Olympus OM-D E-M10 camera
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Interesting use of the Live Composite mode!
introduction
introduced in Jan 2014 essentially as a lower cost but technologically updated version of the
E-M5 with only 3 axis 3EV IS instead of 5-axis 4EV IS, no weatherproofing, no accessory port, burst rate 8fps not 9fps, but adds built-in flash, higher resolution LCD touch screen and WiFi smartphone remote control
in many respects, it is a better camera than the much-loved E-M5, so it should be a very popular camera indeed
£529 body only, $US699 body only
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it's compact size, low price, high image quality and versatility means it is a great choice for the street photographer, travel photographer and for the family
specs
most of the features of the E-M5
compact size just a touch smaller and lighter than the E-M5:
16mp Live-MOS sensor which gives high image quality even at ISO 1600
very nice built-in 1.44M EVF
ergonomic customisable controls
shutter speed 60sec - 1/4000th sec
Live BULB
multi-exposure mode
ART filters
one of the most comprehensive in-camera Raw re-processing systems
very fast AF for slow moving subjects but no phase detect AF for C-AF tracking of faster moving subjects
unique eye detect AF
manual focus assistance
automatic magnified view when rotate a system lens manual focus ring in MF mode
magnified view zoom x5/x7/x10/x14
image stabiliser can be turned on during magnified zoom via half-press shutter
similar menu system and user interface controls including my favourite: the Live Super Control Panel although to enable it, it is still buried deep in the menu system
additional features
built-in flash GN 5.8m (100ISO) with master RC TTL flash capability
higher resolution wVGA LCD touch screen 720 x 480 pixel 1,037,000 dots instead of 610,000 dot VGA OLED
LCD has 'Adaptive Brightness' viewfinder technology (same as in the E-M1)
WiFi smartphone remote control
focus peaking
newer image processing image (same as in E-M1) - Truepic VII
auto HDR with JPEG output
mode dial function with possibility of assigning Mysets into mode dial
option for automatic lens IS priority for when using lenses with OIS
option for shorter release lag-time
multi function settings with color creator (as in the E-M1)
option for level in EVF when pressing shutter button half way
Live Composite Mode - allows visual gradual build up of image with multiple exposures as is used in astrophotography - this is similar to Live BULB mode but multiple exposures rather than just one long exposure
adds a cut-down version of the '2×2' control system which is used to great effect on the E-M1
improved HD video:
24Mbps 30p instead of 20Mbps but the
image stabiliser is not as effective and no ability to add an external stereo mic as no accessory port
intervalometer:
nice optional grip (ECG-1) a must have for using larger lenses, it also centres the tripod, and that is all I really need for the E-M5 so very happy with this compromise, and it is even better than the one on the E-M5 in that there is a quick release latch to get access to the battery compartment instead of having to unscrew the whole grip.
ECG-1 grip:
features downgraded or missing from the E-M5
no weatherproofing
controls don't have the same high build quality feel or function but still very good
ports moved to right side
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no AP2 accessory port
burst rate 8fps not 9fps
flash sync 1/200th sec not 1/250th sec
smaller battery (same as PEN series): BLS-5 which is rated at 320 shots instead of 360 shots
both the battery and card are located in the same slot under the camera - making it less convenient for tripod work
no optional grip with extra battery holder
3 axis IS performance in video mode - still awesome indeed! - Blunty:
reviews
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IS is still good enough for hand held shots 1/20th sec with a 45mm lens
ECG grip is essential for using larger lenses such as the 75mm f/1.8
M.Zuiko 14-42mm EZ kit lens is highly recommended great image quality for such a tiny zoom lens and nice bokeh at macro with macro converter lens attached
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ISO performance of OM-D E-M10 is noticeably better than the E-M5 at ISO6400 or higher, however not quite as good as the E-M1 at ISO 12,800 and higher.
very usable ISO 3200 and even 6400
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endlessly customizable, incredibly responsive
AF is very fast in good light and slows only a little in dim light
new Live Composite feature for stacking long exposures at night will be very useful for some
incredibly fun and responsive device
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