Olympus E-M1 Mark II - Best Value Professional Micro Four Thirds Camera
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I have been using Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II for years shooting professionally, as well as for my personal photography projects. I believe E-M1 Mark II is currently the best value mirrorless camera out there, offering amazing image quality, fast and reliable AF performance, powerful image stabilization, rugged body build with weather-sealing, and tonnes of other advanced imaging features (Pro Capture, 50MP high res shot, live composite). It may not be the latest and greatest from Olympus, but it still packs a lot of punch, and with the lowered asking price now, it is so easy to recommend E-M1 Mark II to anyone. You cannot go wrong with this choice.
0:00 Intro
0:25 My History with E-M1 Mark II
1:00 Best Olympus Image Quality
2:57 5-Axis Image Stabilization
5:13 Excellent Handling/Ergonomics
6:11 Autofocus
7:52 Reliability
9:50 Conclusions
10:50 Outro
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For those of you who are asking about the new E-P7 and 8-25mm lens, I don't have any information and was not informed about their release.
Also, this video was filmed before the total lockdown in Malaysia. Those of you in Malaysia please don't roam around the streets or show yourself out in the open. The police will catch you, send you to prison, fine you RM10000 (USD2500) or both.
@Fckytggl Mthrfckr I am surprised too. Believe me.
You seem to really love Malaysia but you may need to consider a move to a country with a less oppressive government. A monumental task I imagine.
Thanks for the review / overview. I just bought one used here in the USA (arriving today, according to the US Postal Service). I see that in the USA they are discounted right now, so buying one new isn't that much more expensive than the used one I bought. Be well, and I can tell you that when Malaysia (and all the other countries) are able to get enough people vaccinated, it really will be better. Keep reminding friends and families that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
@@marinrealestatephotography Every person writes their own destiny, at the soul level. If your destiny is to die at the age of 19, you will die. If your destiny is to die at the age of 93, so be it. Regardless of this, I also really, really want such a machine and I am confident that it will be so!
Ouch. Fine hurts. Here in Ontario, Canada restrictions are being slowly relaxed. Stay safe Robin.
Well said, my friend. After the M1II not so much truly remarkable has happened in MFT. I hope you can get out on the streets of KL soon and do what you love.
Thanks. Looking at the current situation, don't think things will improve anytime soon.
After starting with an E-M10 Mark II and wanting a higher level of camera, I got this last year for the black Friday price of $750 along with the 12-40 f2.8 pro reconditioned from Olympus for $550. A great combo, and now I have the 40-150 pro in the mail coming next.
Using my recently acquired Em-1 mkii in 2023 and it still seriously kicks butt! Way more of a camera than i would ever need. Love it! Feels so good in the hand and i can set it up exactly how i want with all the Fn buttons.
Great video; thankyou!
Bought a used M1mk2 one year ago for a ridiculous price. Paired it with a 12-40 PRO and did some event / wedding. Image quality is superb and the stabilization is crazy. With this kind of gear you don't need to upgrade to be a better photographer, you just need to know how to shoot.
Yeah the camera is more than sufficient to get professional jobs done, that's my main message here! Glad that you nailed those events and weddings!
They are on sale now at 980,- eur (Brand New, 2yrs warranty), so used ones will be cheap now. The temptation is high, but then again, I have this great lightweight Panasonic gear that I'm not ready to give up yet. ... Is it too bad to have two bodies? :p
Yo igual, me compre una aller por 300 con el 20mm 40mm pro y no lo podía creer
This is what I have been thinking. Not sure whether to grab a secondhand EM1 ii or a new EM5 iii whose size I prefer and whose price is dropping, with a 3 year warranty.
@@bhamerlik Used ones are around 400-450 GBP from MPB with 6 month warranty but can be got cheaper privately.
I don't even have an Olympus (except for an old OM20), but I love your enthusiasm. One day I will get a digital Olympus because of you 😊
Thanks again Robin. Always enjoy hearing you share your wealth of knowledge, especially on the em1 mk2s which my wife and i both still have and will be keeping for some time. Cheers Mike
Thanks a lot for this re-review of this great camera. I bought it a couple of years ago and it still performs great.
I can't agree more with you. The E-M1 MII is still a beast, compared to the other cameras on the market.
I work in a camera store in the Netherlands, and people buy the newest Sony, Nikon and Canon cameras and then tell me the reason why they switched to that specific camera. Most of the time I only laugh and think to myself, "That feature, I had that in 2016 on my MII".
Yeah we shall keep them a secret and enjoy our E-M1 Mark II
You make some great points here, and I agree with you. My E-M1 mk 2 is still my main camera, it does everything I need.
Well, I moved from the EM 5 Mk II to the EM 1 Mk II, even when the EM 1 Mk III was out. I got a great deal, and I was and still am 100% happy with this fantastic tool. When I am not satisfied with my photos, I am always the one to « blame », never my camera. Like you said, Robin, you can take it with you whatever the weather,, the battery life is incredible, you can shoot at any moment of the day, and the feeling in your hand is that you invited your best friend to take a walk. I do not need more sophisticated features for what I like to shoot. Frankly, with this kind of tool, all you need is monitoring the lens market.
Oh yesss monitoring the lens market!
Does this camera have focus by touch the screen?
After watching this video, I just recently decided to have a go for an upgrade from EM10 MK II to EM1 MK II and needed it was a worth! I love the construction plus the speed of this camera. Hope this pandemic end soon so that I could test this out side. Thank you and keep on sharing!
Robin, I totally agree with you about the E-M1 MK II. I bought a used one off of eBay 10 months ago and it has performed so well that I have not seen the need to upgrade. Although I might just to get more improved autofocus for birds.
A video I needed to see today! My venerable pocket street photography camera, the E-PL8, died yesterday. I also have an E-M1 Mark II that I use mostly for bird photography and portraits, and until I save up for another small street camera it's going to be my one-and-only everything camera. But I'm not worried in the least -- it can do anything, and as you say it's SO comfortable to carry around!
Hello Robin, thank you very much for your review. Finally I got a E-M1 Mark II and I am more than impressed what this thing can do. Your video was one of the pieces that led me to this decision.
Bought this camera + a couple of lenses and an extra battery off of eBay a few weeks back. Added the 300mm F4 last week and man. What an adventure it'd been! Amazingly capable camera and system! 👍👍
Robin, I love your channel. Your insights and experience really help me with my decisions on choosing a camera. I am not limited by budget on what camera I can afford, so I really can buy any camera on the market without "breaking the bank". My current setup is 15 years old, pre-MFT era--an E-3. Prior to that, my first DSLR was an E-300, the 2nd camera to use the Four Thirds system. I loved it and thus upgraded to the E-3 flagship, a huge purchase for a college student. I have been shooting with it since and never felt the need to upgrade as I rarely ever print my work, and 10MP is plenty to enjoy on the screen. Photography has always been about the photo, not the equipment. So the E-3 has never failed me in that regard. Anyway I have been long overdue for an upgrade, and have lost confidence with OM System ever since I saw what they did for their first camera the OM-5, which was more or less an incremental iteration to the E-M5 Mark III, and not even enough that would deserve a Mark IV moniker. So really, I see it is just a rebranding effort for OM System. Anyway I digress. I have pondered moving to a new system given to all the amazing developments over the years since my E-3. Sony is the market leader, and I was very close to buying an Alpha 7 IV. But watching your videos over and over, I am convinced MFT is the right choice for me. I am kind of done with lugging around heavy glass, which I have a pretty solid collection of Olympus D.Zuiko Four Thirds lenses. I recently picked up a used Panasonic GX-85 and a couple of MFT lenses (Oly 17mm F1.8, Lumix G 14mm f2.5, and Lumix 20mm f1.7). I was blown away by how light they are and the GX-85 is a great little camera for every day carry. But the ergonomics are terrible, and I can't take it seriously as my main camera. Having to fiddle with tiny buttons and confusing touch screen menus really take the joy away from shooting. Anyway after seeing how amazingly light MFT lenses are, and the best-in-class handling of the E-M1, I have decided to pick up an OM-1I, after considerable reflection. One big benefit is that I don't need to abandon my collection of glass. I tried using them on my Lumix but the performance was less than steller (to put it lightly). I learned that the lenses would work well on OM-D cameras that has PDAF, more specifically, the E-M1 Mark III can make full use of my expensive ED, SHD and SWD lenses. It will be a while before I rebuild my collection of glass, so those lenses will indeed come in handy.
Anyway, Thank you for setting me back in the right direction after watching Jimmy Chang's video which you referred to in your video. He really reminded me what was most important in choosing gear.
Love mine!! Underwater its excellent. I'm amazed at how well it focuses on moving fish.
Robin, thanks for this video that you made 2 years ago - but which I watched (again) today as I went ahead and bought an OM E-M1 MK II which OM is clearing out on its website right now. Thank you!
Excelent video, Robin. I just purchased my own E-M1 MK II, I'm so happy. Upgrading from a Lumix G85.
Thats true! Thanks again Robin.
Good video and spot on. The E-M1 II is my favourite camera of all time, and that’s quite a few bodies to compare to.
That is a mighty little machine. Love it and always pair it with the 12-40 f 2.8.
A match made in heaven
I started with Olympus about 4-5 years ago, first with an E-P5 and later an E-M1..
I mainly shoot sports (korfball and rugby) and I started working with the E-M1 mk II about 2 years ago.. They perform very well whatever the weather..
I also have several lenses, both PRO and Primium..
Nice video clip Robin. Although I now have the EM1 mark iii I also have my mark ii and take both out with me. Tend to use 40-150mm and 60mm macro with this camera. I can even do handheld focus bracketing / stacking with this camera !! A few facilities missing that I like on the mark iii - particularly the ISO button - but it is still a super camera and easy to handle. Although the EM1X is a great camera I have found that for me the EM1 mark ii and iii are excellent, easy manoeuvrability and the low weight is fantastic particularly when hand holding with 150-400mm pro lens !
Totally agreed ! I upgraded from EPL-8 in this month and got EM1 Mark 2 at 1/3 of original price in 2017 from 2nd hand market with same 2.0 megapixel sensor !
Robin, you are right on target with this video. Given the prices, especially for a clean used E-M1 Mkll, it is one of the best professional level cameras to be found. I recently upgraded to the E-M1X, which I absolutely love. I still have my E-M1 Mkll and two E-M1 Mkl's and will probably sell the Mkll and one of the Mkl's -- only because I still have a few accessories that use the power port under the hot shoe. I have basically retired from professional work and now am mostly shooting nature/wildlife/birds and some macro.
One thing I will say about the M1X that has been a real improvement (aside from improved bird tracking) and that is the improvement in image stabilization. Prior to this camera I really needed to use a tripod when shooting with my Oly 75-300mm at full zoom. I now can shoot without a tripod and get very sharp images. I do have the 100-400mm, but go with the 75-300mm when I want to travel light.
Robin, really enjoy your videos! Mine had no damage from a salt water flooded housing! Not just a slight leak but rather about a cup of salt water was in the housing. With the 60mm macro lens attached, it was just fine!
I wholeheartedly agree Robin, the mkii is a fab camera body. I have all 3 models. The difference between the mki and mkii is massive compared with the difference between mkii and mkiii. Stay safe 🙂
I absolutely agree with you! That is why, after several years away from Olympus and Micro 4/3's, I went back and purchased a new E-M1 II and the new 100-400. I could not be happier. Hopefully in 2022 I will be in your part of the world to visit many work friends in Penang and Singapore that I made prior to my retirement earlier this year. I would like to stop in KL and buy you a beer instead of a coffee ;-)! Thank you again for your enthusiasm and great content.
Thanks for the kind words. Glad you are back to the OM-D. Hope Malaysia survives until then.
Take care Robin. While you are in lock down the only important thing is you all staying safe! Good luck.
Thanks
awesome video as always. happy I got the EM 1 Mark II, paired with the 17 f1.2 it's a beast
Awesome revue thank you
I bought an omd1 m2 in January after watching several of your videos and I couldn't be more satisfied with it. Thank you very much for it !!!
Thanks for letting me know! Glad you enjoy the E-M1 Mark II, please shoot more!
I totally agree. Bought mine new with the 12-40 beginning of December 2020. It immediately gave me the same feeling as my trusted E-1 with the 14-54 back in 2003. It takes quite a while to get one's head around the almost endless configuration possibilities, but once you have, it does whatever you want it to do. It's one of these cameras you want to pick up all the time, if only just for holding it, and that's the hallmark of a great camera. Thank you for keeping us inspired!
Yeah the camera does inspire you to pick it up!
@Robin Wong I got my E-M1 Mk II 12-40 kit brand new for around 1,250 USD ex VAT at an Olympus EU Store Black Weekend sale. A no brainer. Besides E-1, I already had E-M10 and E-M10 Mk II (plus OM-1n, and OM-4). Now I have the legendary digital original and two of the best Mk II:s, E-M10 II and E-M1 II. I love them all, although E-M1 II now is my favourite, with E-M10 II as a fully sufficient alternative when packing really light (especially with the 14-42 EZ and the for its price surprisingly good 40-150 4-5.6).
I agree with everything you've said here Robin. I just get more keepers with my EM1 Mk 2 than any other camera that I've owned. My decision to migrate to Olympus gear has been an enjoyable and successful move. I've even been out in bright sunshine in the last few weeks and have been able to get good, usable results. I've even been taking shots of various kinds of animals and birds and the results have been very successful. Keep up the good work. I look forward to seeing your reviews of the new 8-25 f4 Pro and the new Olympus Pen 7 camera.
Thanks Glenn, appreciate the kind words. Glad that your experience with the E-M1 Mark II is positive! Keep shooting!
Hey Robin. "I've done this", I just ordered an EM-1 mk ii based on many reviews including yours so thanks for that. I also have an EM-5 mk ii, a EP-1 and an EP-5, I have a few lenses 3 of which are the PRO versions. Thanks for all you do I can't wait now to get out & take some more pics.
Compelling review. Nicely done!
I quite love my em1.2 and still use it every day for work!
Awesome! Same here
the camera is simply sensational. I need them every day in all weathers and difficulties day and night. I work with pro lenses, even when traveling. Thank you for your report. Your information is part of my daily life! MARTin Kraft, Bern
Thanks for the kind words, and really glad you enjoyed the content here.
Hi Robin, I have used the EM5ii for a few year and I was happy with it. But then a special offer came up in the days when EM1iii was released and I decided to buy EM1ii including 45mm F1.2 Oly lens. Now, I do almost all of my shots with EM1ii. To be honest I have no experience with full-frame cameras and I don't feel any desire for it. Thank you for providing your videos, it's always a pleasure to watch them!
The E-m1 Mark II is more than sufficient for most photography needs!
Hi, robin, nice to see another video. Thanks for yuor information from Colombia south América.
thanks for being here
I got a brand new mkii for £535. After having used the mki for almost 6 years this is like stepping into a supercar after having driven a reliable sedan. I love the mki but the mkii is so much more responsive. Focusing is way, way better, especially with moving subjects and the blazing fast shooting modes are mind-blowing. Ergonomics are way better, just placing the 1-2 switch to the left so you can't knock it out of whack with your thumb, the better grip, the little tweaks so everything is just better in reach is a real treat. I'm absolutely smitten by this camera so wholeheartedly concur with you!
Nice to hear this. I'm coming from a em1.1 and gx8, but I really just need the Olympus IBIS! Just need to find the shoot stills function while shooting video, then I'm set!
Yes, the weather sealing of Olympus is a huge advantage.
Very important for me
Thanks Robin, your vid convinced me now is better than ever to invest in EM1 II. Its a miracle workhorse lens that truly handle most situation. I bought mine today used with HLD-9 for merely 395USD. Looks like my my favourite 24mm lens PL12 finally got a perfect match, and im super excited.
It's a beast! Bought a second used body last year and I'm completely happy.
I'll buy a new body only then if a real quantum step appears
Thanks a lot dear Robin!
My pleasure sharing what I can
Thanks for making me feel good again about my EM`1 MK II. With all of the hype of the EM1-X and the EM1 MK III (Which I also want dearly) I was feeling a bit left out. I hope you are doing ok over there!
Don't ever feel left out! The best camera is the one you have with you now, and believe me that E-M1 Mark II is quite amazing.
Love your enthusiasm and your reviews got me into micro four thirds. I will be upgrading to G9 from the Em5 II. Though this was one my list, but I do wish to do some video work as well. Looking forward to your videos!
Thanks, appreciate the kind words
Sad to hear you're in lockdown AGAIN... good grief! You are Robin Wong so we will have patience and be here when you are able to play again. Yup, you're that good. Love ya man!!! (And I love my EM1ii ! )
Don't think the lockdown will go away anytime soon. We all do what we can.
@@robinwong You always seem to be able to put a smile on for us, but it has to be hard on you being a prisoner in your place for the last year.... rest assured, we will wait it out also Robin. We do appreciate excellence.......
Thank you so much for this video, Robin! I bought this camera exactly today for 999 € (1217 $) together with the 12-45 f4 kit lens - instead of 1899 € (2313 $), which was possible because of a company-internal discount (a so-called "corporate benefit"). I'm very happy with this decision as I was looking quite a while for a reasonable upgrade to my E-M10 Mk. II. And now your video - also from today - confirms me even more in my decision. Best regards from Germany to Malaysia... :)
Great move! Enjoy your new E-M1 Mark II!
thanks Robin😊
Way to go Robin,now the price is going to go up :) I went from the M1mk2, to the EM1X, then another X, and then I also got a M5mk3 to have a small walk around camera.
Absolutely agreed!
Just bought an EM II plus 12-100 pro for together 1499€ NEW! Awesome bundle!
After using and loving my EM 10 mk II for almost five years, I'm still amazed about IQ and especially IBIS perormance of the EM 1 MK2 even in 2021.
Yeah the E-M1 Mark II when used together with 12-100mm has the 5-Axis Sync IS, they are even more awesome
No dislikes! You deserve it Rob
It was my dream camera and finally, I bought one new and the 12-40 Pro Lens. What a great system, I love it. I also like to point out that the stabilization mechanism works amazingly good in manual mode and I can get beautiful results from quality 3rd party lenses.
Does this camera have focus by touch the screen?
I sold my em1 mark ii for an em1x. Simply because the price drop on the em1x was so good recently. But honestly, I probably didn’t need both but I probably should have kept both. The em1 mark ii is such a good value. You can find them used for $600-$700 which is crazy for how great this camera is with firmware updates! If I ever need a second camera, I would happily go back to my em1 mii. Love seeing you, Robin!
Yeah the price is so good now, with what E-M1 Mark II can do, it does a lot!
Ugh! I was about to buy an E-M1II but since I only shoot in caves, I guess I need one of those FF cameras everyone says is far superior 😂. Not sure if you know this, but you have a great sense of humor Robin. It is makes your videos even more enjoyable. Thanks again! Seriously, I don’t think I will upgrade before my wonderful M-10 II dies. By that time, maybe the E-M1 III will be a great buy.
I agree with you.
I already have an EM-1 Mk II but it might be worth buying a second EM-1 Mk II body if the price drops a bit more.
Hey Robin great video I recently bought the EM1 mk 2 and I love this camera. I still use and carry my EM 10 mk 2 with small primes 17, 25 &. 45 as an every day small carry camera but when I’m planning a photo outing to practice & improve my photography skills and capture my next best image it’s the EM 1 mk 2 and the 12-45 lens all the way.
Does this camera have focus by touch the screen?
Well argued Robin. Using a E-M1 Mark II for me has been a no brainer. Take care my friend.
Thanks
Totally agree with handling. I was originally planning to get em5 mark ii, but after I tried to hold em1 mark ii, I change my mind immediately, the handgrip is so comfortable that I cannot find others mirrorless camera suits me better
Yeah if ergonomics and camera handling are important, the E-M1 Mark II can't go wrong.
Great video on a great camera, yes it might be 4-5 years old now but I would buy one tomorrow, I love mine as it's very dependable, rugged and water resistant and takes great pictures, you are right with the handling Robin, it just feels right
Yeah, E-M1 Mark II is not that far behind what the newer cameras can do. Minus some newer more advanced features, if you don't need them, E-M1 Mark II does just as well!
Absolutely love mine. Bought it brand new few months ago for under £750.
Awesome deal! With these low prices, the E-M1 Mark II's value is very tough to beat
Love the Em1Mk2 ..Awesome!
Me too
Thank Robin I brought this two years ago I also have three full fame camera one is Nikon 3d canon 6d and Sony first full frame I still love Olympus and fujifilm xf 10 and Sony z v 1 at my age 63 I’m over having a large camera lol
Stay safe Robin and never stop doing Olympus video’s...... I’m disappointed that someone like yourself didn’t get a 8-25 f4. Hopefully you’ll have one soon 👍🏼
Thanks for the show of support. I am buying the 8-25mm lens. So one way or another I will do something with it.
@@robinwong thanks for taking the time to reply. If JIP will be realising new products under the Olympus branding with the same quality as the original Pro lenses and camera body’s I’ll be definitely coming back to Olympus from my FF Sony a7iii and extremely heavy and expensive lenses
I just got mine last month and due to lockdown have only really been using it locally. I have a few trips I want to do once lockdown restrictions ease and cannot wait to try out all of the tips from watching Robin's videos. Let's do this!
Glad that you bought one and do shoot more with the E-M1 Mark II
@@robinwong Thank you for your reply, your videos have been an inspiration 👍. I've got a lot of experimenting to do to understand the 5000 menu options!
Wife and i picked up brand new EM1 MIIs for less than $800 each. Amazing value for bird photography.
What a steal!
Where did you find that deal???
@@marinrealestatephotography Check eb... there are some even today.
@@mcfl1 what is EB ?
Bought mine used about a year ago for $540 on ebay. Total steal, great camera. The price has increased for some reason.
I just picked up An E-M1 mk2 yesterday for £619 brand new (Birthday present to myself). Absolute steal at that price. Might have been superceeded, but for a hobbiest photographer like myself, this will stay with me for a very long time. Technology would have to advance a huge amount in M4/3's to significantly top the quality of the images from this camera. I bought this camera because my E-M10 mk2 died on me. This replacement was a no brainer.
Happy birthday Martin! What a great birthday present. Indeed, even today the E-M1 Mark II does not feel dated, and still can perform just as well as any of the newer flagships.
x cellent deal!
Tend to agree with you about EM1 mkii, albeit I chose the smaller EM5 mkiii for my amateur requirements, with its less good handling & lower battery life, but smaller, lighter form factor.
Wonderful cameras that promote & inspire creativity.
I will talk about the E-M5 Mark III soon.
I agree with you Robin. I took a series of handheld shots at 1/6th sec/ ISO200 around 8PM and all of them came out very sharp. I am very happy with my camera. Just need to go on more vacations though 😁
Exactly! And the joy of getting those sharp shots at low ISO numbers, with clean no noise image!
Took advantage of the price reduction and upgraded from my om-d em10 I,I attached my new 100-400 MM and having a great time. Just got the new 12-45 f4 pro to complete the kit. Great kit!
Wow that is a massive range from 12mm to 400mm !
Thanks Robin. I have an E-M5 Mark II, I was considering to upgrade it for bird photos. E-M1 Mark II or Mark III or a Panasonic would be my options. However, it is under pandemic, I have not gone out for bird photos since last year. However, I am using my E-M5 Mark II as a webcam for zoom meetings, which is more than enough.
Hi Robin, at 7:28, person on stairs winding left, looks like Henri Cartier Bresson's famous shot! Very neat!
Fabulous value; love mine! Can't see me changing it for quite a long time but I might add a Pen-F MkII ;)
Thank you Robin for this (and soo many other) excellent review! For me, it has been a great help both in selecting my new Olympus (E-M1ii) and especially understand and set this tech-monster up! So grateful! I also wonder what leather wrist strap you use? Looks as it’s called “Myway” or something like that, bu I can’t find it… All the best to you and keep up your great job!!
The g9 is similarly a value monster :)
I picked up one to replace my E-M1 and make my G9 a backup camera, the E-M1II is great for stills and light video work. I don't think any company make a camera with better weatherproofing than Olympus.
Great video 👍👍👍
I bought one a while ago for a very good price (refurbished, less then 1000 clicks, for around €800, as good as new for all pratical purposes), as a very nice step up from my E-M10 III. Been using it a lot ever since, and haven't regretted the decision for one bit, for pretty much the exact reasons you pointed out. I love the ergonomics of the slightly larger body and grip. Fits my (fairly large) hands just that bit better then the smaller E-M10 body. In turn a more firmer/sturdier grip to hold the camera allows for these so-called 'dangerously slow' shutter speeds.
Yah the handling is just great! I love small and compact camera bodies, but for serious work, when I am shooting for clients, I prefer something that I can grip comfortably!
Thanks, great review of the product! Been planning on upgrading my lumix g7 to that beast!
Go for it
Thank you for this video and your activity! I agree with your viewpoint that the E-M1 Mk.II is the best value MFT body to be available at the moment. I myself own the E-M1 Mk.II and the E-M1X (as I love bird photography and could not resist the 1900€ offer). --- The E-M1 Mk.II still is my favourite body as it is small and lightweight even with the battery grip attached (which actually is nearly always the case). The only and single argument for the E-M1Mk.III WOULD be the 6 hours Live Comp feature for Star Trails - but I can resist the temptation. All other features and characteristics are not indispensable in my regard. Soon another professional camera body will be introduced from OMDS that might be a big step forward, but for so long we can go on enjoying the big fun with the Mark II!
Yeah the E-M1 Mark III does have some improvements across the board, but they are not deal breakers if you ask me, and E-M1 Mark II comes very close!
The E-M1 mark II is a great camera indeed: I own two of them! So another happy user here! :-)
Agreed!
Robin Wong looking jacked! 🏋🏽♂️
nice video im going to get one with a 12 -40 pro lens cant wait
Was using Sony a7 iii for local sport and bought em1 mark ii and 14-150 lens. No regrets.Small,light ,reliable and perfect for social media. Also have 12-40 2.8. Fantastic lens.
Awesome! 14-150mm lens is so versatile
Well said Robin.
Cheers
Once Olympus released the latest firmware to allow for shooting 4K with flat and OM Log I was sold. As a shift in my work, I'm using this in the Isotta Underwater housing. In fact, I like the camera so much, I bought three specifically for environmental and conservation photography and shooting video. I will still use my trio of Pen-f's for my street, documentary and humanitarian photography, the EM1 MkII's will be used in more hostile conditions.
Love my Silver Variant Model E-M1ii
I am agree with You !!
"I have to worry about myself more"!!!
Great video, thanks for your job!
I'd like to have an idea about your workflow, from shooting to photo editing till to storaging , also knowing which software you use and why. See you for a new video!
great video
Nice video Robin as always! I upgraded my EM1.2 to the EM1.3 for the extra features but I agree that the ii is a fantastic value if the new features are not important to you. I would like to know the strap you are using? I like that color. Keep up the great work!
Hi Robin, Jose from Puerto Rico. How's it going? I bought my Olympus OMD EM 1 mark ii used on eBay for 645 dollars and a kit lens separately and I love it. Slowly I will increase the glass when the opportunity presents itself. So far it has not failed me. Still learning the feature set on this beast, even though I basically shoot RAW and on manual to keep things simple. But it's always nice to know that if you need something extra, you can fine tune it. Thanks for all your fine content.
Everything you say about the Mk2 is quite true. My only gripe, being a gear head sort of guy, is that whenever I consider upgrading to a Mk3 or EM1X (not to mention the almost irresistible temptation to go into a different brand), I must admit that the Oly EM1 Mk2s I have are doing way too good a job to be replaced. So I just say, No to all of the temptations
Thanks for your videos. Been watching for a number of years and picked up some good ideas from your work!
Hi Douglas, I have large hands and did not find the E-M1 Mark II very comfortable to use so I purchased an E-M1X. Within 6 months of use I bought a second E-M1X as a back up camera as it was simply the best camera I've ever used for my specific needs. The handling, comfort and ergonomics are simply superb. If you have a chance to try out an E-M1X you will likely enjoy the camera. I was warned about the E-M1X by an associate who owns one... he told me not to borrow or rent one unless I was prepared to get hooked on that body and buy one. He was right!!! Tom
greetings from germany. formerly i worked in PJ in the early 2000s for three years. Just got my EM1M2 three weeks ago second hand. nice camera.
You should come visit when things are better in the future!
@@robinwong Robin, we will. Guess what : my wife is Malaysian ;-) we visit regularly my in-laws. But that wasn’t really possible for the past year+.
Maybe see you for sate in Kajang when we are back there .
I'm agree too... An Olympus E-M1 MkII, a M.ZUIKO 7-14mm ED f/2.8 PRO lens, a 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO lens and the fantastic 40-150mm ED f/2.8 PRO lens... I am in Paradise !!!!!
Wow, the holy trinity PRO lenses!
Its also awesome with vintage OM lenses.
I will also buy E-M1 mk2 in coming 2 or 3 days. Now brand new E-P7 is launched. I guess E-M1 mk4 or E-M1X mk2 can be launched also in near future. So that it is high time to get E-M1 mk2 for me to take insects photo.
Thanks for your video. Comes perfectly on time Robin.
My secondary body an EM5MII just stopped working and thus I'm looking for a replacement. Either EM1MII or EM5MIII. Getting my EM5MII repaired is unfortunately quiet expensive and not sure whether it breaks again soon.
Both bodies are available at a good price... Always hard to have a choice 😂