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Olympus OM-D E-M5 16MP Live MOS Mirrorless Digital Camera with 3.0-Inch Tilting OLED Touchscreen [Body Only] Silver (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

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  • 1080 HD video
  • Articulated 3.0 inch touchscreen LCD with 610,000 dots
  • Electronic viewfinder with 1,440,000 dots
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    The "world" will be transformed from something you see to something you "take part" in.The OM-D is a groundbreaking, new digital interchangeable lens camera perfect for people who want to "take part", "create", and "share". ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDERThe OM-D's new high-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) features a 100% field-of-view coverage and 1.15x maximum magnification that let you totally immerse yourself in your subject, and actively control image creation. The EVF also enables you to enlarge the focus point for precision focusing in virtually any shooting situation, and can show you the effect of Highlight & Shadow Control, White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Aspect Ratio, and a host of other settings and advanced digital image processing functions right in the viewfinder. With improved precision and responsiveness that make it as easy to use as an optical viewfinder, the OM-D's advanced EVF gives you virtually unlimited creative control. HIGH

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    THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW

    A new era in digital SLR technology is about to begin. Up to now, digital SLRs simply replaced film with an electronic imaging device, which did not significantly change the products in terms of size, weight and user interface. The new, revolutionary mirrorless camera, the OM-D E-M5, has an exceptionally light and compact body. Its Electronic View Finder enables photographers to check exposure levels, white balance and preview Art Filter effects in real-time. When shooting, the photographer can instantly "create" a truly unique world and preserve it in exceptional quality. The "world" will be transformed from something you see to something you "take part" in.

    The OM-D is a groundbreaking, new digital interchangeable lens camera perfect for people who want to "take part", "create", and "share".



    ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER

    The OM-D's new high-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) features a 100% field-of-view coverage and 1.15x maximum magnification that let you totally immerse yourself in your subject, and actively control image creation. The EVF also enables you to enlarge the focus point for precision focusing in virtually any shooting situation, and can show you the effect of Highlight & Shadow Control, White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Aspect Ratio, and a host of other settings and advanced digital image processing functions right in the viewfinder. With improved precision and responsiveness that make it as easy to use as an optical viewfinder, the OM-D's advanced EVF gives you virtually unlimited creative control.


    HIGH IMAGE QUALITY

    Three key factors contribute to the OM-D's unprecedented image quality: a wide lineup of M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses for sharp, clear subject capture, a new 16-megapixel Live MOS image sensor for rich tonal expression, and an advanced TruePic VI image processor for superb color fidelity. The optimal balance of these factors ensures the high resolution, sensitivity, and color accuracy you need to brilliantly capture the world around you.


    FAST AF

    The world's fastest* AF system, FAST AF, has been made even faster and more accurate on the OM-D. Improved new 3D Tracking AF assures you won't miss the moment even when subjects move toward or away from you, and the new high-sensitivity image sensor ensures superior AF performance even in dim light. *Among digital cameras with interchangeable lenses available as of February 8, 2012, when using the OLYMPUS M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with the E-M5, based on Olympus in-house measurement conditions.



    9 FPS HIGH-SPEED SEQUENTIAL SHOOTING

    Thanks to the new 16-megapixel Live MOS image sensor's high-speed read-out performance, the OM-D offers maximum sequential shooting at 9 fps, making it easy to capture sports action or fast-moving subjects such as pets and wildlife. In addition, a compact new high-speed shutter mechanism enables the OM-D to offer this performance without compromising the handling advantages of a light and compact body.


    5-AXIS IMAGE STABILIZATION

    The OM-D is equipped with the world's first 5-axis image stabilization system, and can compensate for vertical, horizontal, and rotational camera shake that conventional 2-axis systems of the past have been unable to handle. Built into the camera body to ensure effective stabilization with all lenses, its unique 5-axis design makes it particularly effective when taking high-magnification telephoto shots, macro close-ups, and long exposures. In addition, it can be activated by pressing the shutter button halfway, so you can also use it to stabilize the viewfinder image and obtain a crisp, clear view of your subject that makes it easy to frame and compose your shots.


    DUST-PROOF & SPLASH-PROOF CONSTRUCTION

    Trouble-free shooting in all environments is assured by our proven dust-proof and splash-proof technology. Numerous specially constructed seals throughout the body protect the camera from sand, dust, rain, and water spray, making it ideal for all kinds of outdoor shooting. What's more, this protection extends to the M.ZUIKO ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens, the bundled detachable flash unit, and the optional HLD-6 grip and power battery holder.



    TILTING 3-INCH OLED TOUCHSCREEN

    In addition to offering dial and button controls, the OM-D is the first Olympus camera to feature a tilting touchscreen monitor for intuitive fingertip operation. The 3-inch OLED touchscreen delivers high-resolution images of your subject with rich color reproduction. It also responds instantly to your touch with fast operation that makes it easy to focus on subjects, play back images, and adjust settings such as exposure and white balance.



    LENSES AND ACCESSORIES

    In addition to its new electronic motorized M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with quiet, linear drive AF, the OM-D is supported by an ever-expanding range of wide-angle, macro, portrait, and telephoto Micro Four Thirds M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses. System accessories include cases, straps, filters, external flash units, and mount adapters for Four Thirds System lenses and OM System lenses.


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    4.2 out of 5 stars
    4.2 out of 5
    341 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the image quality, quality, and size of the digital camera. For example, they mention that it's outstanding, unbeatable, and a world-class camera. They appreciate the compact and lightweight design, and the autofocus is super fast. Customers are also impresseded with the portability, saying that it never feels like a heavy camera.

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    138 customers mention119 positive19 negative

    Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say the resulting pictures are unbelievably sharp, clear, and full of detail. They also say the OMD video is gorgeous and the settings are intuitive. The camera is able to take very nice shots, and the colors and saturation are spot on.

    "...Like the Sigma 19mm MUCH better.Oly 40-150mm - very nice IQ, excellent value for the price, but not flexible enough for me compared to..." Read more

    "...IMAGE QUALITY can be outstanding. I have taken some stunning photos with this thing. Punchy colors, Creamy bokehs...." Read more

    "...I liked the MF and I liked that it was 1.4. It has good image quality, though it has noticeable glow wide open...." Read more

    "...It's brighter, it has more contrast, is basically more clear. Yes, I do have the VF-2 and the difference is subtle but at the same time noticable...." Read more

    107 customers mention96 positive11 negative

    Customers like the quality of the camera. They say it's a world class camera for a pro and advanced amateur. They also appreciate the large high quality LCD on the back, and the built in IS. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Best Micro Four Thirds camera for stills*Build quality and feel*Great manual controls combined with touch screen*Battery life*..." Read more

    "...I enjoyed the size, the quality of the prime lenses, the built in auto-bracketing etc...." Read more

    "...It's all a matter of reference. The bottomline is that it's a nice lens, nice feel, but it is no where in the same league as the 12-60mm...." Read more

    "...+ Good AF. AF is fast, provided you have a fast lens. My 45mm lens focuses quickly, although my 20mm Panasonic is notably slower...." Read more

    84 customers mention66 positive18 negative

    Customers like the autofocus of the camera. They say it's super fast, with the right lens. The combo makes a fast, lightweight camera that you can carry around all day. The camera speeds up the focus on their Panasonic 20mm as well as their Olympus 50mm f2.0. The quiet, low-pitched shutter and pretty good frame rate make the camera easy to carry around. The 9-frames per second burst rate is impressive. The static AF is quick enough that you often just press the shutter. The EVF performance is good and the settings are effortless and take only seconds to accomplish.

    "...I especially like the Sigma's, they are sharp, very fast to AF on the OMD, high quality and generally underrated, at least by some folks...." Read more

    "...Changing settings is effortless and takes only seconds to accomplish...." Read more

    "...I like the slightly telephoto length, the sharpness, the speed, everything...." Read more

    "...I must say that it is nice to have the markedly improved burst rate and the buffer; big improvements compared to the E-P cameras...." Read more

    76 customers mention76 positive0 negative

    Customers find the size of the camera to be relatively small and light. They say the size and handling are perfect, and the camera is a perfect fit in their hand. Customers also appreciate the right balance of size and quality in one camera. They mention that the stock 14-42 lens is tiny, yet amazingly sharp.

    "...I enjoyed the size, the quality of the prime lenses, the built in auto-bracketing etc...." Read more

    "...Some Pros:+ Compact size. This may go without saying, but is definitely a plus especially after lugging around much larger DSLRs...." Read more

    "...-Who should buy the OM-D?-The OM-D is an excellent compact body with a plenty of great lenses available for it...." Read more

    "...(manual controls, relatively fast lens, good sensor, pocketability), but I wanted a more capable camera when hiking and traveling...." Read more

    64 customers mention49 positive15 negative

    Customers like the portability of the camera. They mention that it is very light, yet sturdy. They also appreciate the easy-to-carry lenses and the professional-grade image quality. Overall, customers are happy with the portable design and functionality of the OM-D.

    "...comparable to a DSLR in many circumstances, with a much easier to carry and use kit that also wins you style points...." Read more

    "...It is very light (which is one of the great things about it) but that means that it is a bit more prone to camera shake if you don't have it on a..." Read more

    "...The OM-D is light yet sturdy, it's Image quality is professional-grade without being too intimidating to your subjects...." Read more

    "...the E-M5 is just as functional as the D7000 but much smaller and lighter...." Read more

    48 customers mention37 positive11 negative

    Customers find the digital camera very user friendly and easy to operate. They say the settings are intuitive and the menu system is one of the best and most intuitive they've ever used on a camera. They also say the right dial is easier to use and a huge help in setting up the menus.

    "...build quality, sharp as a tack across the zoom range, elegant to operate, extends the UI of your camera with another Fn button. [..." Read more

    "...The super control panel is, hands down, one of the best and most intuitive menu systems I've ever used on a camera...." Read more

    "...I feel they could be a bit more intuitive. The controls are great if you use the numerous physical controls, but sometimes requires a bit of hunting..." Read more

    "...on the top of the camera, and the D-Pad and surrounding controls are easy enough to operate..." Read more

    53 customers mention31 positive22 negative

    Customers are mixed about the focus of the camera. Some mention that it's near instantaneous and accurate even in very low light situations, while others say that it has a hard time focusing and has slowed autofocus.

    "...the grid system they use in this camera it is absolutely effortless to switch focus points. The touch screen is amazing...." Read more

    "...a lot of people are stating out there on the internet, the autofocus is terrible when using standard 4/3 lens...." Read more

    "...It has excellent image quality, and fast focus, but I don't use it as much as the manual prime I have above...." Read more

    "...a touchscreen that can be used to adjust some of the controls, change the focus point, or trigger the shutter. You don't need to use it however...." Read more

    53 customers mention11 positive42 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the buttons on the digital camera. They mention that the buttons are small, mushy, and hard to press. Some customers also say that the camera is small and has too many buttons and nobs and wheels. They also mention that common controls are buried in menus.

    "...- great, fairly fast short zoom lens, again, just too slow to AF, and too big and heavy on m4/3 body...." Read more

    "...2. Brief note re: 12-50mm. It's small... compared to the standard 4/3 12-60mm, yea it's small...." Read more

    "...When you press any of the buttons on the back of the camera, it feels soft and has no satisfying click...." Read more

    "...a good choice for people who want a combination of small site, lots of controls, and not have to sacrifice on quality...." Read more

    Small and capable camera
    4 Stars
    Small and capable camera
    I'm a long time point & shoot camera user. I've tried DSLRs in the past but found that in practice I don't carry them around because of size and weight. The Canon S95 has the features I wanted (manual controls, relatively fast lens, good sensor, pocketability), but I wanted a more capable camera when hiking and traveling. I briefly tried both the Nikon J1 and Panasonic GH2 before picking the Olympus E-M5.The E-M5 viewfinder is an EVF similar to the GH2's but feels smoother to me. I love the E-M5's sharp screen, although it does have a slight bluish tint when viewing at an angle. The touch screen might be useful when you want to tell the camera what to focus on. It feels nicer than the GH2's but still too awkward for me to use regularly. The viewfinder adds a bit of bulk to the top. If you don't need a viewfinder, consider the more compact GX1 or PEN cameras.When it comes to convenience vs. image quality, I highly value convenience. I know a tripod will give me better photos but in practice I don't end up carrying it around. Thus an image stabilizer is a nice feature for me. The E-M5's image stabilization works well on the 14-42 kit lens, and video stabilization is amazing. I've not tried the camera on a longer lens yet. The "maglev" image stabilizer has a hum, about as loud as my computer fan. I could hear it in my quiet house but not when I went hiking. The hum is there all the time, even when you have image stabilization turned off. If the noise may bother you, try this in person before you buy.The menus offer lots of options, perhaps too many for most people. There are menus that control other menus. There are menus that control other menus that control other menus. There are multiple control systems (main menu, live control, live guide, super control panel, touch screen), and options to allow using multiple systems of these simultaneously, with buttons to cycle among them. There are menu options that are confusingly expressed as double negatives ("XYZ Off: Off" turns it on). The manual isn't great at explaining the menu options; I find that searching the web works better. As confusing as the menus are, I'd rather have too many than too few, and have found lots of options that make the camera work the way I want it to work. If you prefer the camera work out of the box without fiddling, this one may not be the best choice.I love the two control dials on top. The left dial is meant to be used with the thumb, but it's a little bit of a stretch for me. The right dial is around the shutter button and is easy to turn with the index finger. Both dials are solid and "clicky". Since the right dial is easier to use I swapped the dial functions to put the primary function on the right dial. I love that most buttons are reprogrammable; I've already reconfigured all of them. The buttons are a little mushy (because of weathersealing) and occasionally it registers 0 or 2 times instead of 1. The play and Fn2 buttons are annoying to get to. The button setup is disappointing but the dials make up for it.Holding the camera feels good but using the top control dials while also holding the camera with the right hand isn't great. I've not yet figured out a way to hold the camera that makes both my thumb and pinky happy. Given the camera's weight, it may be easier to hold with the add-on landscape grip (HLD-6). Removing the triangle pieces on the sides helps quite a bit (the plastic pops off and then the metal ring easily comes off without damaging either).For details on the features and menu options, browse the manual available on Olympus's site (...). This manual contains many more details than the printed manual that comes with the camera. Load it on your phone or tablet so you can refer to it when you're out shooting something and need to search for the right menu option.I've not written about image quality in this review. Three reasons: 1- I've only had the camera for a few days; 2 - as a point & shoot upgrader, I don't have good comparisons with similarly sized cameras; and 3 - I only have the kit lens at the moment. I pick cameras based on the most I can get, for my needs, in a given size and weight. The S95 is as good as I can get while fitting in my pocket. The E-M5 looks to be as good as I can get from a non-DSLR.
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