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I acquired an Olympus OM-D EM-5 on February 27, 2013. I got it with the bundled 12-50mm kit lens.
I have an [http://amzn.to/2l0yVRA Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II].


* [http://www.flickr.com/cameras/olympus/e-m5/ Flickr pics]
* [http://www.flickr.com/cameras/olympus/e-m5/ Flickr pics taken with this camera]
* [http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/omd-em5/omd-em5VIDEO.HTM Video recording]
* [http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/omd-em5/omd-em5VIDEO.HTM Video recording]
* [http://www.mu-43.com/f42/em5-tweak-turn-off-lcd-save-battery-36251/#post354626 LCD] and [http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2012/11/07/how-to-tweak-your-olympus-om-d-e-m5-to-shoot-sports-by-jim-huffman/ other] [http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3202044 tweaks] for conserving battery life
* [http://regex.info/blog/2007-12-29/674 Camera Sensor Dust Reference Page]


== Lenses ==
= Settings =


I bought the [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YCOL7Y/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Olympus lens hood] for the 12-50mm as well as a [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BZL47/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 B+W 52mm Clear UV Haze with Multi-Resistant Coating (010M)]. More on [http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3222020 hoods and filters].
* A. AF.MF > MF Assist > Peaking > On
* B. Button/Dial/Lever > Dial Direction > Exposure > Dial2
* D. Disp/Sound/PC > Control Settings > P/A/S/M > Live Control > Unchecked
* D. Disp/Sound/PC > Control Settings > P/A/S/M > Live SCP > Checked
* D. Disp/Sound/PC > Backlist LCD > 8sec
* D. Disp/Sound/PC > Sound > Off
* I. Movie > Recording Volume > -10
* K. Utility > Touch Screen Settings > Off
* K. Utility > Quick Sleep Mode > On > Backlit LCD > 3sec
* K. Utility > Quick Sleep Mode > On > Sleep > 1min


I will almost certainly be getting the [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00836JHVQ/ref=cm_cr_asin_lnk 75mm f1.8 lens]. After that, I'm not sure. I'm considering:
= Video =


* [http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-7-14mm-Thirds-Digital-Cameras/dp/B0028Y5GKK Panasonic 7-14mm f4.0]. I've never used such a wide angle lens before, so I'd want to rent and play with it first.
To take a photo while shooting video, you must set your video mode to <tt>FHD (F) — MOV 1920x1080 Fine 30p</tt>, which is lower quality. Photos will be snapped in cropped mode and a lower resolution (3200x1800).
* [http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-Special-Edition-12mm-Lens/dp/B0096WDLOU 12mm f2.0] or [http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-M-Zuiko-17mm-f1-8-Silver/dp/B00A7Q9U9Y/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top 17mm f1.8] as an every day lens.


[http://www.four-thirds.org/en/microft/lense.html Lens catalog]
Sadly, I've noticed that the pre-amp introduces a lot of hiss, validated by [https://www.43rumors.com/the-great-pre-amp-shootout-which-camera-has-the-best-audio-quality/ this review], although apparently, it's been improved in current models..


== Accessories ==
= Techniques =


* [http://photofocus.com/2012/12/31/whats-in-scotts-bag-now/ What's in Scott's Bag Now?]
* [http://www.flickr.com/groups/om-d_user/discuss/72157631237901324/ C-AF tips]
* [http://www.barnabyrobson.org/journal/camera-gear/ Camera gear]
* [http://www.mu-43.com/f54/day-races-28126/index2.html A Day at the Races]


== Reviews ==
== Double Exposures ==


* [http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-mirrorless-camera-over-1000/ Best Mirrorless Camera Over $1,000]
* [http://www.flickr.com/groups/om-d_user/discuss/72157632416942075/ Double exposures]
* [http://photofocus.com/2013/01/04/olympus-om-d-em-5-micro-four-thirds-long-term-review/ Olympus OM-D EM-5 (Micro Four Thirds) Long Term Review]
* [http://www.mu-43.com/f42/camera-double-exposure-46262/#post451567 In-camera double exposure]
* [http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/olympus_om_d_e_m5_review.shtml Olympus OM-D E-M5: A Field Review. The Best MFT Camera Yet.] Also has good overview of lenses.
* [http://www.mu-43.com/f88/camera-double-expo-30564/#post299332 In-camera double exposure]


=== Bags ===
= Lenses =


I have the [http://www.blackrapid.com/ BlackRapid] [http://www.amazon.com/BlackRapid-RS10SC-1AO-Metro-Camera-Strap-Black/dp/B009TL1YMY/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top Metro camera strap]. In theory, the Snapr 35 would have be perfect, but it was not well-reviewed.
* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055N2L22/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0055N2L22&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 Panasonic 25mm f1.4]. My primary lens. Has some [http://www.mu-43.com/f38/purple-fringing-panaleica-25mm-23766/ purple] [http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3212719?page=2 fringing] issues.
* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00836JHVQ/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00836JHVQ&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 Olympus 75mm f1.8]
* Olympus 12-40mm f2.8


I also bought a [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008UVIT7M/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 generic padded insert], which holds the body and a few lenses, and which I can use in any of my bags.
I have B+W Clear UV Haze filters for all my lenses.


I could use an [http://www.amazon.com/Express-Insert-Micro-Mirrorless-Camera/dp/B008UVIT7M/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top insert] to carry this around in my backpack or other bags.
I have two 58mm B+W ND filters with step-up filters for my other lenses:


Another possibility is the [http://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-Utility-Bag-100-AW/dp/B0043D2LAC/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top LowePro S&F Utility Bag 100 AW], which I could probably use in the same way as a Snapr 35. Or, I could use the Metro strap along with a [http://products.lowepro.com/product/SF-Slim-Lens-Pouch-55-AW,2223,53.htm LowePro S&F Slim Lens Pouch 55 AW] to hold an extra lens.
* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BZL62/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0000BZL62&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 B+W ND 0.9 8x] — 3-stop filter
* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00485XSPC/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00485XSPC&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 B+W ND 3.0 1000x] — 10-stop filter


Finally, I'm considering a [[Tom Bihn]] [http://www.tombihn.com/messenger_bags/TB0967.html Co-Pilot] (possibly with an insert) as a dedicated bag:
See the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neutral_density_filter Wikipedia page on ND filters] as well as [http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3223669 these] [http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/four-thirds-standard-4-3-m43/1119955-nd-filter-recommendation-em5-during-bright-daylight.html threads].


* [http://www.tombihn.com/forums/questions-about-bags-accessories/4666-q-about-co-pilot-considering-slr-camera-bag.html Q about Co-Pilot: Considering for SLR Camera Bag]
I may get a [http://www.amazon.com/Kaesemann-Circular-Polarizer-Multi-Resistant-Coating/dp/B0000BZL5A/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1363471984&sr=1-2&keywords=b%2Bw+kaesemann+circular+polarizer+58mm 58mm CPL filter].
* [http://www.tombihn.com/forums/customer-pictures-video/4682-cardinal-co-pilot-camera-bag-dslr-kit-part-i.html Cardinal Co-Pilot as camera bag for DSLR kit (Part I)]


Other possibilities and resources:
= Flash =


* [http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3198606 Best Olympus OM-D Camera Bag]
I have a [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BXA7N6A/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00BXA7N6A&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 Yongnuo 560 III] flash and [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ARRAA8/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B003ARRAA8&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 RF-602] wireless trigger. It's a manual-only flash. I have a [http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/03/lighting-101-traveling-light.html light stand and umbrella for it], and I'm thinking about getting some [http://store.lumiquest.com/lumiquest-fxtra/ gels]. ([http://www.thephoblographer.com/2013/08/15/essentials-the-location-shooter/ More gel options].)
* [http://www.cscrumors.com/2012/05/02/what-camera-bag-for-the-olympus-om-d-em-5-sony-nex-7-or-fuji-x-pro-1-compact-system-cameras/ What camera bag for the Olympus OM-D EM-5 , Sony NEX 7 or Fuji X-Pro 1 Compact System Cameras]
 
* [http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2010/04/12/i-found-my-bag-the-domke-f-803/ I found my bag! The Domke F-803.]
I also have the included FL-LM2 flash. I have a [http://www.dembflashproducts.com/popup/ Demb Pop-Up Flip-It! Basic] reflector and diffusor, but it doesn't quite fit the FL-LM2 correctly.
** [http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/592387-REG/Domke_701_83A_F_803_Waxwear_Camera_Satchel.html Domke F-803 Camera Satchel Shoulder Bag]
 
* [http://www.lowepro.com/compact-system-camera-bags LowePro Event Messenger 100]
Tips on flash:
 
* [http://www.mu-43.com/f42/om-d-flash-question-37691/ OM-D flash question]
* [http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3290839 Flash for Olympus OM-D E-M5]
 
Metz, Yonguo, other options, oh my!
 
* [http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3349376 Metz 44 AF-1 with Olympus OM-D E-M5 - does bounce flash work with TTL?]
* [http://www.flickr.com/groups/om-d_user/discuss/72157632161777270/ External Flash for OM-D - Metz 58 AF 2, Metz 52 AF 1, or FL600R]
* [http://www.mu-43.com/f42/triggers-om-d-46978/ Triggers for OM-D]
 
= Bag =
 
[http://eekim.com/blog/2013/08/tom-bihn-bags-for-micro-four-thirds-cameras/ My exhaustive summary of my bags.]
 
I have the [http://www.blackrapid.com/ BlackRapid] [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009TL1YMY/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B009TL1YMY&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 Metro camera strap]. In theory, the Snapr 35 would have been perfect, but it was not well-reviewed. I played with a hand strap, but it got in the way, so I'm going without. If I get one, I'd probably get the BlackRapid wrist strap to maintain a modular system.
 
Peak Design's [https://peakdesignltd.com/leash-cuff/ Leash and Cuff] looks like an interesting alternative to the BlackRapid, but I'm not ready to change yet.
 
I've got a [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008UVIT7M/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B008UVIT7M&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 generic padded insert], which holds the body and a few lenses, and which I can use in any of my bags.
 
I use a variety of [[Tom Bihn]] bags for [http://eekim.com/blog/2013/08/tom-bihn-bags-for-micro-four-thirds-cameras/ most of my needs]. I also have a [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000S6AKE2/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000S6AKE2&linkCode=as2&tag=fastha20-20 Billingham Hadley Small].
 
= History =
 
* November 20, 2017 — Sent my camera in for repair, but it was too old, so they sent me a reconditioned Mark II instead
* February 27, 2013 — Got an Olympus OM-D E-M5

Latest revision as of 19:32, 13 September 2021

I have an Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II.

Settings

  • A. AF.MF > MF Assist > Peaking > On
  • B. Button/Dial/Lever > Dial Direction > Exposure > Dial2
  • D. Disp/Sound/PC > Control Settings > P/A/S/M > Live Control > Unchecked
  • D. Disp/Sound/PC > Control Settings > P/A/S/M > Live SCP > Checked
  • D. Disp/Sound/PC > Backlist LCD > 8sec
  • D. Disp/Sound/PC > Sound > Off
  • I. Movie > Recording Volume > -10
  • K. Utility > Touch Screen Settings > Off
  • K. Utility > Quick Sleep Mode > On > Backlit LCD > 3sec
  • K. Utility > Quick Sleep Mode > On > Sleep > 1min

Video

To take a photo while shooting video, you must set your video mode to FHD (F) — MOV 1920x1080 Fine 30p, which is lower quality. Photos will be snapped in cropped mode and a lower resolution (3200x1800).

Sadly, I've noticed that the pre-amp introduces a lot of hiss, validated by this review, although apparently, it's been improved in current models..

Techniques

Double Exposures

Lenses

I have B+W Clear UV Haze filters for all my lenses.

I have two 58mm B+W ND filters with step-up filters for my other lenses:

See the Wikipedia page on ND filters as well as these threads.

I may get a 58mm CPL filter.

Flash

I have a Yongnuo 560 III flash and RF-602 wireless trigger. It's a manual-only flash. I have a light stand and umbrella for it, and I'm thinking about getting some gels. (More gel options.)

I also have the included FL-LM2 flash. I have a Demb Pop-Up Flip-It! Basic reflector and diffusor, but it doesn't quite fit the FL-LM2 correctly.

Tips on flash:

Metz, Yonguo, other options, oh my!

Bag

My exhaustive summary of my bags.

I have the BlackRapid Metro camera strap. In theory, the Snapr 35 would have been perfect, but it was not well-reviewed. I played with a hand strap, but it got in the way, so I'm going without. If I get one, I'd probably get the BlackRapid wrist strap to maintain a modular system.

Peak Design's Leash and Cuff looks like an interesting alternative to the BlackRapid, but I'm not ready to change yet.

I've got a generic padded insert, which holds the body and a few lenses, and which I can use in any of my bags.

I use a variety of Tom Bihn bags for most of my needs. I also have a Billingham Hadley Small.

History

  • November 20, 2017 — Sent my camera in for repair, but it was too old, so they sent me a reconditioned Mark II instead
  • February 27, 2013 — Got an Olympus OM-D E-M5