Just pulled the trigger on this combo. Thanks a lot for the offer, I've been eyeing this system for quite some time. Cannot wait to take my macro pics to the next level. Cheers
Hello Micael, as a OM1 MkII / 90 mm Macro user, I am very interested to get the OM SYSTEM’s macro photography email series.However, your LINK does not lead me to get to it... Any idea, why? Thank you for a feedback...
There are 4 zuiko lens you can use with teleconverter, like 40-150 F 2.8 and other long tele zoom lens, quite all zoom and 300mm prime, very good for not 1:1 macro but wonderful for dragonflies
Thank you for the nice video and the info about the special offert. You probably know this, some guys managed to mount MC-20 on 60mm by using some extension tubes. The focus to infinity was lost of course. But then 90mm was released, so it does not make sense to mount TCs on 60mm.
That's a pretty great deal but I already have the OM-1.I love my little Oly 60mm f 2.8 Macro but I have been very intrigued by the 90mm f 3.5 PRO after handling it a bit at a store and getting very addicted to very high magnification (I can get 4.5x FF equiv at the moment with my Frankemacro mod). I can't afford it this year so maybe next year. I just got my Oly 30mm f 3.5 Macro because I wanted a close-up performance for a wider angle/environmental perspective and I was lucky enough to snag it for 100 £ used on MPB which was hard to refuse. I can't wait to use it. I did get a used Oly FL-700WR and I am quite happy with it, it can't do the kind of speeds that my Godox V350 can do but, it's WR to be able to use it this winter and it can do bursts at lower powers like 1/16 and 1/32 for the 15 in camera focus stack shots. I do seem to get better IQ and rendition with the Oly flash than the Godox and I enjoy the pictures more, probably because of the larger flash head and the stronger and better colour-corrected light (my estimate is about 1 to 1 and a half extra stop of light). I didn't know that the FL-900 was WR and I thought only the 700WR was the only weather-resistant one, it's in its name. You should try the Olympus 40-150mm f 2.8 PRO for macro and close-ups because it's really good (not as good as the 300mm f 4 PRO but that lens can be too long sometimes), it can do 1:4 at 150mm, 1:2 at 150mm with 1.4x TC, 1:1 at 150mm with 2x TC. I got my favourite butterfly takeoff using the lens, OM-1 and Pro Capture 50 FPS, the butterfly took off and a hoverfly was so close to it that it looked like it was going to be a mid-air collision but (I didn't know that) the butterflies are so fast that out of 50 images I got 3 from the butterfly sitting on the flower to being out of the frame and they fly had no chance of ever hitting it.
Have both and am enjoying. However, if you visit Japan right now you can get the OM-1 Mark II for $1600 with the exchange rate. And the 90mm macro for about $1000. So, both for $2600 US.
@@FierceSleepingDog surely it is a deal killer comparing to OM-1 MARK 2.. more ibis, better focus accuracy, another 1 stop of ND to still photography, 14 bit high res.. that's a lot.
@@pentagramyt417 But if your objective is to do macro photography the OM-1 mk1 with the 90mm macro on sale is much more worthwhile than just getting the OM-1 mk2.
You could put a macro extension ring between the teleconverter and the lens. I’m not sure how that will affect the ability to focus though. That depends on the lens, I think.
Micro Four Thirds have insane lens line-ups at the extreme ends. For macro they are definitely the best with the 90mm macro and at the long end they have equally brilliant wildlife primes and zooms that for the size, weight, weather-sealing and price(-ish) are unfound. Shallow DoF and sensor resolution though...
Hey Micael, Thanks for this video and awesome deal!❤ I'm saving up for om1 Mark2 with a 60mn macro lens. But now I go for this deal first and maybe in the future exchange the Om1 for Om1 Mark2. And also add a smaller macro lens. I'm now using my Nikon D3200 with extension tube on my 18-55mm kitlens and sometimes use the raynox 250. So a big leap forward with new gear 🎉 Can't wait to order and getting started with new gear. 😊
Both the OM1 and the OM1 MKII are really good, l have both. My 90 mm macro lens and the 60 mm macro lives on the OM1 and my long tele zoomes live on the OM1 MKII. I don't like to change lenses out doors. I have bought a lot of my olympus and OM lenses used and saved a lot of money that way. I only buy from camera stores that give 6 months warranty when l buy used gear.@@Fresonis
Could you do a video with all macro Lenses for the MTF system ? How are fx the Panasonic Leica Macro-Elmarit 45mm 2.8 Lens and does it work proper on a OM camera ? Strange that there not are some of the good Laowa macro Lenses, like fx the 65mm 2.8, 85mm 5.6 and 90mm 2.8 for MTF mount !
Laowa has a great macro lens for MFT, the 50mm. There is no point in adapting the larger lenses to MFT, as they are a lot bigger and heavier - the 50mm is optimized for MFT and gives just as good image quality if not better. Sure you lose a tiny bit in working distance with the shorter focal length, but that's the only drawback. I might review some Panasonic macro lenses in the future, but honestly I don't feel very excited about them, as I am so happy with the OM macro lenses right now.
@@MicaelWidell I know of the Laowa 50mm. But the Laowa 65mm 2.8 Macro (for APSC format) are not big and heavy, neither are the full frame Laowa 85mm 5.6, I think the Olympus 90mm macro 3.5 are big for being a MTF Lens ! I do neither think that the Laowa 90mm 2.8 is too heavy and it is shorter with larger aperture than the Olympus 90mm 3.5, at $500 for the Laowa 90mm 2.8 Macro Lens it is much cheaper compared to the Olympus 90mm 3.5 at $1300 (normally $1500).
@@TheSannaeriksson 🤣 THAT is because MTF cameras also are big. No, serious, that 90mm Lens is too big and too expensive ! The new Panasonic MTF camera is HUGE being a MTF camera !
Got the OM-1 mk.1, 40-150 2.8 Pro as well as the 12-40 2.8 Pro mk.2 recently for 2499 euros new which I thought was pretty decent. Although I use also full frame Sony and aps-c Fuji it's the mft I go for when shooting insects...that 90 mm macro sure is tempting, but pricey...
Hello Micael, I urgenty need your opinion on a focusing rail. I can buy a lympus OM System Focusing Stage and Olympus OM Focusing Rail (probably combined with the original dia duplicator). I cannot find informations about this rail but I remember time ago I found an article that referred to this rail as the best ever made. What do youi think is it worth?
I have looked at the specs but I honestly can’t find anything that would improve the macro photography experience. The new features are mostly useful for wildlife or landscape.
The pictures are beautiful, but doesn't decrease the emotional value of them, when achieving that by one click. If it gets too easy one has to move on, but where will we go?
I left Canon about almost 2 years ago for Olympus(OM.Systems) and I must say, I will never look back. I was never able to take such good photos with the Canon when compared to the Olympus.
I use m43, all Olympus so far, I am thinking a video/still picture balanced m43 camera body, Lumix GH6, even older still available GH5ii, are all superior to current all Olympus OMDs in terms of video capabilities. I can't see Lumix GH6/GH5ii lack of much still photography ability? Right or wrong? all can do focus stacking, I don't care in camera focus stacking. I wonder if Lumix GH6+Olympus 90mm be a better macro videography option meanwhile still not much weaker for macro photography than OM1+90mm. Macro photography is my 1st priority. Hope the deal comes to Canada someday before my next m43 camera purchase
I don't think the Lumix cameras can do focus stacking with a flash at a fast pace. And that is why OM is much more popular among macro photographers. I agree that video is not OM's strongest aspect.
@@MicaelWidell, thanks Michael, that's a very important point, possess two different bodies Lumix&OMD sharing the same lenses for different jobs gotta be the optimum solution.
Thank you for the great review. I have had a question for a while now. Macro means 1x magnification which is life-size reproduction on the sensor. Wouldn't that be the same across every format (not relative)? life size is equivalent (exactly the same) on everything from m4/3 to 8x10.
Yes, magnification is the same regardless of sensor size. The same way aperture is. But it can still be meaningful to translate both of these to full frame equivalent to give full frame users an idea.
Micael, could you please advise on the following. I have been a LUMIX shooter for years and have their lenses, but I own the Oly 60mm Macro and love it. My question is this. For someone who wants an OM body for macro only, which older used market Olympus body would be recommended that could give the high burst rate with electronic shutter like the newer OM-1 (for macro only) without the need for the other improvements? Thank you!
I have the E-M1 Mark II. Internal focus stacking with up to 15 frames is already inside and it has fast enough burst rate to make any flash with AA batteries the real bottleneck. Be cautious that the focus stacking feature works only with electronic shutter. It also limits the max speed you can use (I can use up to 1/50th of a second in this mode, my camera doesn't let me use faster speeds). You can find it for 500 to 600€ on the used market. I don't know for the other "entry level" or older cameras but for me it's safe to say E-M1 II and higher will make you happy. If you have higher budget and don't mind about size the E-M1X seems to be a good value for money (800€ for an indestructible tank thats also very fast and ergonomic). The Oly 60mm is a real joy to use, but sometimes I needed a little more magnification. Raynox DCR-250 is the most popular option but I'm also very happy with my set of JJC extension tubes (AF still works with it since they have electronic coupling). Hope it will help.
@@Coldhin Thank you so much for taking the time to respond! I will have to take a close look at the E-M1 MK II and subsequent models. I very much appreciate your time. I as well have the Raynox DCR-250 👍
@@MicaelWidell Micael, thank you for responding. My goal is to have the best macro body for bracketing, not stacking, that can do the high frame rate flash sync (electronic shutter) without going to the OM-1. So it appears that the E-M1 MKII and MkIII are the next best thing to the OM-1, is that correct? Are there any other models that are closer to the electronic flash sync speed of the OM-1 than the E-M1? Again, stacking is irrelevant to me, only bracketing as I stack in Helicon. Thanks!
Hi how are things? I wanted to know if when you do macro, Focus Stacking or Bracketing. Can you look through the viewfinder or screen? Or it turns off directly and you take the photo "blindly", where the framing may vary a little. The Sony a7 IV, is it the same? Does it have the same features? From already thank you very much.
Hello, Micael ! As always, thank you for sharing your techniques with us. I have a question if you don’t mind answering. which sdcard do you recommend when using burst mode(CRaw)? thank you.
@@MicaelWidell Tack ! Jo jag vet , men jag tänker 1/100 på 90an spec om man använder Mc och undrar lite om blixten klarar frysa perfekt 1/100 del max på elektronisk är ju lite lite för röreslesoskärpa?? .. visst bra stabilisering med ju . därför tänker jag mekanisk bättre kanske om man inte stackar ?? Du har en kanon bra videos här :) Mvh Ronny
I have some doubts: does the focus stacking works with the 2X magnificatio?. If I´m right, the 2X only works with manual focus. Maybe I´m wrong, I just a begin¡inner with this incredible lens. Until now I used the 60mm. Thank you for your videos, they are great.
I would REALLY love to buy OM-1 mark II with the discount, please tell me it's possible. As a second body I'd buy that of course, but if I want to switch systems, OM-1 mark II gives too much options, and upgrades to skip the chance, even with that price discount.. Highres 14 bit just alone is a dealbreaker. Bigger buffer... stickier AF... +1 stop of ND filter.. at the end GND just for fun.
Canon can do that, Stack internally, but doenst has very good macro lens variety, only 100mm but only goes 1.25x magnification and is expensive, less focal distance only reachs 0.5x magnification on lenses like 24,35 and 85mm, can use a adapter Ef and use variety of lenses but gives a 1kg or more equipment to have macro. OM is better value for money
That Canon Rf 100mm macro shoots upto 1.4x not 1.25x max mag ratio. Biggest problem with that 100mm macro is stupid focus shuft feature coupled with useless SA control. Also those 24, 35 & 85 lenses were supposed to replace 1.8 EF lenses and in order to make them attractive to ef lens users Canon added .5x max mag ratio rather than being primary macro shooters.
Hi Michael, so will we see you using the FL 900R from now on? I feel less alone 😂, I've never seen anyone else use it to make macros. I have been using it for more than a year and have never had any problems, stacking 50/60 shots.
Hello Micael Thanks for your great work on TH-cam!!! As OM-User I tried to profit from your offer. It didn`t work. NOT available. Tried today again and it worked. Swiss landsman living in Germany.
Very tempting. Do you still prefer the AK Diffuser? Was thinking the Cygnustech might be lighter and easier to quickly fold but it is less bright according to your tests and I also wonder if that ribbon that is used to affix it to the lens would interfere with the manual clutch of the 90mm lens. Do you have any experience with that? Also I was going to spring for an Mark II before I saw that deal and now I'm thinking... as you have some experience with the Mark I now, do you think the upgrades of the Mark II would be worth the extra cost? Mark II + 90mm lens with 10% discount and cashback would cost ~2.800,- Euro so it's not too bad but still.
I prefer AK because it conserves light better, you get a brighter output from it. Yes it interferes slightly with the manual clutch, but it's not a big issue for me. Cygnustech is also great, it is more lightweight and easier to pack. They both give a look that is the same. I cannot see any reason at all to go for the OM-1 Mark II if you are mainly doing macro photography. None of the improvements would make my macro photography easier/better as far as I can see.
@@MicaelWidell Thank you, my concern with the manual clutch interference was more in regards to the Cygnustech. Isn't that one strapped to the front of the lense? That's why I was thinking that it could slide into the groove when you pull down the manual clutch and then block you from getting back to auto focus. And yes, I'm more interested in Macro for this one. I still have my R7 for animal photography. I just heard that there were some unresolved focus issues with the Mark I (people were very angry when the Mark II was announced) but I can't find any comparisons for the Mark I and II for macro shots and how much that even matters there. Also the in-camera stacking is supposed to have an improved algorithm but I've not found much information on that either. Just some claims on forums. But probably not worth the extra 700 bucks. My main concern is the focus issues people report, have to look more into that and if it's actually better with the Mark II. Thanks for your time!
Everything is linked in the video description. I think you might have to buy the lens and the camera separately, then apply the discount. See if that works.
I wish i could afford the 90mm macro lens, its definitely the goat and id love to have it... Its way to expensive though and completely unattainable on a disability pension...🤷 The world is going bonkers and sooo many people are getting left behind, its crazy...
Nice! I do photography of moth at night and I take beautiful photos with my flash but it is very hard to see if the insect is in focus because of the lack of light, do you have any recommendations? I already use the light on the mk320 but I have to turn it on every time I take a photo.
Yeah there are small but powerful USB powered LED lights that you can put on top of your flash to aid in focusing. When you buy diffuser from AK diffuser I think you can get one with it. Otherwise I am not sure exactly where to buy them, but they can probably be found at sites like Aliexpress.
You can also set the viewfinder to give you a brightened look. (Remember to turn it off afterwards, to have it on is quite confusing in normal photography. )
MPB I see the price of excellent used OM-1 mk1 cameras going down as more folks buy the mk2. I have the mk1 and I haven't used it to its full potential.
@@FierceSleepingDog Yes, I checked there too but haven't see any listings for the 90mm lens yet. Probably too good for any owners to sell at the moment.
Merci pour la promotion ! C'est effectivement attractif par rapport au prix catalogue... Ceci étant, le prix d'origine est bien trop élevé, aussi bien pour l'OM1 (je ne dépaseerai pas 1000€/1500€) que pour l'objectif (je ne dépasserai pas 500/700€). La "promo" permet simplement à revenir à un prix raisonnable.
If you think its too expensive just buy a slightly older camera from Olympus, you still get the stacking features and great image quality. Check the setup that @StewartWoodArt th-cam.com/channels/1WO8hZv8OqLILMcXYY12iw.html uses.
I followed your link but could not see where to sign up for the macro email tips or to download the macro guide. The macro guide seems to be online only from what I can see from your link. I clicked on the explore macro and could not see a download link for the macro guide. Currently I have the 60 & 30 macro lenses,hopefully get the 90 one day. I also have the STF-8, but so far have not used it much as the power output is a bit weak
@@MicaelWidell In fact, with your original link and the"reduction code" micaelom1 when ordering, this gives the 900€ reduction cost, so the price goes down from 2999€ to 2099€. Thanks for the great deal with OM1, to get the combo at reasonable price.
@@MicaelWidell I’ll be honest, I did actually see it late last night, even had it in my basket. Couldn’t believe the discount. Thought I’d mull it over for 24 hours. That will teach me!
@@brianmaguire845 They put some back in stock. I jumped on it ! I was overthinking about wheter to get it and then it was sold out, but we have a second chance now !
Happy with my OM gear, but the amount of discounts @omsystem gives here and then, and specially NOW is for those who bought this set recently HEARTBREAKING, I bought the body 9 months ago for €1999 and the 90 mm macro for €1499, so I payed almost €1500 (!!!) TO MUCH!!!! The OMsystem compagnie make themself totaly UNBELIEVABLE. What is next? The OM mark II for €1000 next month???? For those who want to buy it for the first time it is a great opportunity but for me and many many other owners this is ridiculous! That makes I will NEVER buy a OM product again! Very poor management of OM 😢😢😢
Hey brother i feel you. I bought a Z9 4 months before the Z8 came with all the best bits for £1200 less.....did i just subsidies that cheap Z8? Its all just part of buying technology
@@disjenmgn They are trying to empty out their mark 1 inventory. It seems like a FANTASTIC deal IMO. Yet....folks complain about it. If you've bought a computer, smart phone, camera, or other tech product in the last 20 years you know that release prices come down quickly. When a new model comes out the prices of older versions drop even more. It's about timing. I buy used gear because the technology from the last 5-10 years is EXCELLENT. I don't need the latest. I can buy gear for a fraction of the initial price. If I was looking to buy an OM-1, I'd buy the mk 1 with the 90mm in this deal. The mk 2 looks great, but this package deal is really great.
I understand your feelings. Camera companies work for profits. I have learnt few things - Never buy a new version of camera - Never buy hyped gear - Always buy used gear from trusted sources - One can make beautiful images from cheapest/reasonably priced possible gear. Micael has few videos on the same. One last thing May be - Use your OM1 and 90mm for next 5 years and don’t upgrade Good Luck - Rahul Deshpande (India)
Please note that the deal previously included in the beginning of this video has sold out, so I removed that portion of the video.
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I sold my camera to get this deal, so now I don't have a camera 😂 I'll have to look for a secondhand one
Would you mind stating what the deal was please - not in a rush just need to know what offer to wait for.
@@georgeh738 OM1 MK1, and 90mm macro lens, in the UK for £2400 but he gave a discount code to bring it down to £1800
@@georgeh738 OM1-mark I + 90mm macro for 2099€ (30% off with Micael coupon)
At that price, it's a kit that's impossible to resist! Unfortunately, I live in the wrong hemisphere.
Just pulled the trigger on this combo. Thanks a lot for the offer, I've been eyeing this system for quite some time. Cannot wait to take my macro pics to the next level. Cheers
Hello Micael, as a OM1 MkII / 90 mm Macro user, I am very interested to get the OM SYSTEM’s macro photography email series.However, your LINK does not lead me to get to it... Any idea, why? Thank you for a feedback...
There are 4 zuiko lens you can use with teleconverter, like 40-150 F 2.8 and other long tele zoom lens, quite all zoom and 300mm prime, very good for not 1:1 macro but wonderful for dragonflies
Thank you for the nice video and the info about the special offert.
You probably know this, some guys managed to mount MC-20 on 60mm by using some extension tubes. The focus to infinity was lost of course. But then 90mm was released, so it does not make sense to mount TCs on 60mm.
the teleconverter works with the 60mm if u use a 10mm extention tube
I haven't found an extension tube that the teleconverter will fit into. What brand is yours?
We all love the OM system for macro photography 😅 90mm is a beast! 💜
I love your videos
That's a pretty great deal but I already have the OM-1.I love my little Oly 60mm f 2.8 Macro but I have been very intrigued by the 90mm f 3.5 PRO after handling it a bit at a store and getting very addicted to very high magnification (I can get 4.5x FF equiv at the moment with my Frankemacro mod). I can't afford it this year so maybe next year. I just got my Oly 30mm f 3.5 Macro because I wanted a close-up performance for a wider angle/environmental perspective and I was lucky enough to snag it for 100 £ used on MPB which was hard to refuse. I can't wait to use it. I did get a used Oly FL-700WR and I am quite happy with it, it can't do the kind of speeds that my Godox V350 can do but, it's WR to be able to use it this winter and it can do bursts at lower powers like 1/16 and 1/32 for the 15 in camera focus stack shots. I do seem to get better IQ and rendition with the Oly flash than the Godox and I enjoy the pictures more, probably because of the larger flash head and the stronger and better colour-corrected light (my estimate is about 1 to 1 and a half extra stop of light). I didn't know that the FL-900 was WR and I thought only the 700WR was the only weather-resistant one, it's in its name.
You should try the Olympus 40-150mm f 2.8 PRO for macro and close-ups because it's really good (not as good as the 300mm f 4 PRO but that lens can be too long sometimes), it can do 1:4 at 150mm, 1:2 at 150mm with 1.4x TC, 1:1 at 150mm with 2x TC. I got my favourite butterfly takeoff using the lens, OM-1 and Pro Capture 50 FPS, the butterfly took off and a hoverfly was so close to it that it looked like it was going to be a mid-air collision but (I didn't know that) the butterflies are so fast that out of 50 images I got 3 from the butterfly sitting on the flower to being out of the frame and they fly had no chance of ever hitting it.
Have both and am enjoying. However, if you visit Japan right now you can get the OM-1 Mark II for $1600 with the exchange rate. And the 90mm macro for about $1000. So, both for $2600 US.
Wow I need to go to Japan and buy some
camera gear! The flight ticket will pay for itself.
Very nice macro photography video with OM System. Thanks for sharing. Big LIKE from Singapore.
Buyers be aware that the link provided for the deal is for the OM1 mk1 not mk11 camera, I noticed just in time before committing to the purchase.
The mk1 is fantastic. The upgrades to mk2 are great, but I don't think are a deal killer.
@@FierceSleepingDog surely it is a deal killer comparing to OM-1 MARK 2.. more ibis, better focus accuracy, another 1 stop of ND to still photography, 14 bit high res.. that's a lot.
@@pentagramyt417
But if your objective is to do macro photography the OM-1 mk1 with the 90mm macro on sale is much more worthwhile than just getting the OM-1 mk2.
You could put a macro extension ring between the teleconverter and the lens. I’m not sure how that will affect the ability to focus though. That depends on the lens, I think.
Love your ice photos
That is a really good offer for a OM1 camera with a 90mm macro Lens for 2100 Euro ! The 90mm has been much too expensive.
Micro Four Thirds have insane lens line-ups at the extreme ends. For macro they are definitely the best with the 90mm macro and at the long end they have equally brilliant wildlife primes and zooms that for the size, weight, weather-sealing and price(-ish) are unfound. Shallow DoF and sensor resolution though...
Every lens and every camera system is a compromise :)
Hey Micael,
Thanks for this video and awesome deal!❤
I'm saving up for om1 Mark2 with a 60mn macro lens. But now I go for this deal first and maybe in the future exchange the Om1 for Om1 Mark2.
And also add a smaller macro lens.
I'm now using my Nikon D3200 with extension tube on my 18-55mm kitlens and sometimes use the raynox 250.
So a big leap forward with new gear 🎉
Can't wait to order and getting started with new gear. 😊
If you are mainly doing macro photography, honestly I don't see any reason to spend extra money on the mark 2.
@@MicaelWidell mainly macro and sometimes landscape and wildlife(mainly birds). I think its 60% macro 20% landscape and 20% wildlife.
Then it might be worth spending a bit extra on the mk2!
@@MicaelWidell thanks for the feedback, gives stuff to think about.
Might go for this deal first and later exchange when I saved up more for the M2.
Both the OM1 and the OM1 MKII are really good, l have both. My 90 mm macro lens and the 60 mm macro lives on the OM1 and my long tele zoomes live on the OM1 MKII. I don't like to change lenses out doors. I have bought a lot of my olympus and OM lenses used and saved a lot of money that way. I only buy from camera stores that give 6 months warranty when l buy used gear.@@Fresonis
Hi Micael, ive recently started macro with a flash and diffuser. Can you advise on how to stop having a black background in most pics please
Place something bright 10-15 cm behind the subject. Many people use background cards. The sky can also work.
@@MicaelWidell thank you 😊
Could you do a video with all macro Lenses for the MTF system ? How are fx the Panasonic Leica Macro-Elmarit 45mm 2.8 Lens and does it work proper on a OM camera ? Strange that there not are some of the good Laowa macro Lenses, like fx the 65mm 2.8, 85mm 5.6 and 90mm 2.8 for MTF mount !
Laowa has a great macro lens for MFT, the 50mm. There is no point in adapting the larger lenses to MFT, as they are a lot bigger and heavier - the 50mm is optimized for MFT and gives just as good image quality if not better. Sure you lose a tiny bit in working distance with the shorter focal length, but that's the only drawback. I might review some Panasonic macro lenses in the future, but honestly I don't feel very excited about them, as I am so happy with the OM macro lenses right now.
@@MicaelWidell I know of the Laowa 50mm. But the Laowa 65mm 2.8 Macro (for APSC format) are not big and heavy, neither are the full frame Laowa 85mm 5.6, I think the Olympus 90mm macro 3.5 are big for being a MTF Lens ! I do neither think that the Laowa 90mm 2.8 is too heavy and it is shorter with larger aperture than the Olympus 90mm 3.5, at $500 for the Laowa 90mm 2.8 Macro Lens it is much cheaper compared to the Olympus 90mm 3.5 at $1300 (normally $1500).
@@cameraprepper7938the 90 mm macro lens is big for a MFT lens, but it doesn't feel big on the camera. 🙂
@@TheSannaeriksson 🤣 THAT is because MTF cameras also are big. No, serious, that 90mm Lens is too big and too expensive ! The new Panasonic MTF camera is HUGE being a MTF camera !
@@cameraprepper7938 l bought my 90 mm macro used with 6 months warranty. Ofcourse still quite expensive but worth every penny.
when u use extensiontubes then you can use teleconvertes
Got the OM-1 mk.1, 40-150 2.8 Pro as well as the 12-40 2.8 Pro mk.2 recently for 2499 euros new which I thought was pretty decent. Although I use also full frame Sony and aps-c Fuji it's the mft I go for when shooting insects...that 90 mm macro sure is tempting, but pricey...
Hello Micael, I urgenty need your opinion on a focusing rail. I can buy a lympus OM System Focusing Stage and Olympus OM Focusing Rail (probably combined with the original dia duplicator). I cannot find informations about this rail but I remember time ago I found an article that referred to this rail as the best ever made. What do youi think is it worth?
Micael would you know if there will be any differences between the om1 vs om1 mkii for macro?
I have looked at the specs but I honestly can’t find anything that would improve the macro photography experience. The new features are mostly useful for wildlife or landscape.
Just discovered your channel...fantastic information and images. As someone who wants to learn macro, this is priceless. So much appreciated 😊
Happy to hear that!
I have all 3 macros. Each has its place. Don't overlook that 30mm. Great for a small walk around kit.
The pictures are beautiful, but doesn't decrease the emotional value of them, when achieving that by one click.
If it gets too easy one has to move on, but where will we go?
I left Canon about almost 2 years ago for Olympus(OM.Systems) and I must say, I will never look back. I was never able to take such good photos with the Canon when compared to the Olympus.
I love canon
That's not Canons fault.
I use m43, all Olympus so far, I am thinking a video/still picture balanced m43 camera body, Lumix GH6, even older still available GH5ii, are all superior to current all Olympus OMDs in terms of video capabilities. I can't see Lumix GH6/GH5ii lack of much still photography ability? Right or wrong? all can do focus stacking, I don't care in camera focus stacking. I wonder if Lumix GH6+Olympus 90mm be a better macro videography option meanwhile still not much weaker for macro photography than OM1+90mm. Macro photography is my 1st priority. Hope the deal comes to Canada someday before my next m43 camera purchase
I don't think the Lumix cameras can do focus stacking with a flash at a fast pace. And that is why OM is much more popular among macro photographers. I agree that video is not OM's strongest aspect.
@@MicaelWidell, thanks Michael, that's a very important point, possess two different bodies Lumix&OMD sharing the same lenses for different jobs gotta be the optimum solution.
Thank you for the great review. I have had a question for a while now. Macro means 1x magnification which is life-size reproduction on the sensor. Wouldn't that be the same across every format (not relative)? life size is equivalent (exactly the same) on everything from m4/3 to 8x10.
Yes, magnification is the same regardless of sensor size. The same way aperture is. But it can still be meaningful to translate both of these to full frame equivalent to give full frame users an idea.
@@MicaelWidell you have to consider stabilization in Olympus best in body and in 90mm too!
Micael, could you please advise on the following. I have been a LUMIX shooter for years and have their lenses, but I own the Oly 60mm Macro and love it.
My question is this. For someone who wants an OM body for macro only, which older used market Olympus body would be recommended that could give the high burst rate with electronic shutter like the newer OM-1 (for macro only) without the need for the other improvements?
Thank you!
I have the E-M1 Mark II. Internal focus stacking with up to 15 frames is already inside and it has fast enough burst rate to make any flash with AA batteries the real bottleneck. Be cautious that the focus stacking feature works only with electronic shutter. It also limits the max speed you can use (I can use up to 1/50th of a second in this mode, my camera doesn't let me use faster speeds).
You can find it for 500 to 600€ on the used market. I don't know for the other "entry level" or older cameras but for me it's safe to say E-M1 II and higher will make you happy. If you have higher budget and don't mind about size the E-M1X seems to be a good value for money (800€ for an indestructible tank thats also very fast and ergonomic).
The Oly 60mm is a real joy to use, but sometimes I needed a little more magnification. Raynox DCR-250 is the most popular option but I'm also very happy with my set of JJC extension tubes (AF still works with it since they have electronic coupling).
Hope it will help.
@@Coldhin Thank you so much for taking the time to respond! I will have to take a close look at the E-M1 MK II and subsequent models. I very much appreciate your time. I as well have the Raynox DCR-250 👍
Stewart Wood has just put out a comparison video that I think is what you're looking for. E-M1 Mark II vs OM-1 vs OM-1 Mark II
I would recommend the kit in this video: th-cam.com/video/3UwrIz17afI/w-d-xo.html
@@MicaelWidell Micael, thank you for responding.
My goal is to have the best macro body for bracketing, not stacking, that can do the high frame rate flash sync (electronic shutter) without going to the OM-1.
So it appears that the E-M1 MKII and MkIII are the next best thing to the OM-1, is that correct? Are there any other models that are closer to the electronic flash sync speed of the OM-1 than the E-M1?
Again, stacking is irrelevant to me, only bracketing as I stack in Helicon.
Thanks!
Next olympus camera: takes the photo for you
Hi how are things? I wanted to know if when you do macro, Focus Stacking or Bracketing. Can you look through the viewfinder or screen? Or it turns off directly and you take the photo "blindly", where the framing may vary a little.
The Sony a7 IV, is it the same? Does it have the same features?
From already thank you very much.
can the olympus flash keep up @15 fps in stacking mode at say 1/32 power i wonder ?
Do you have stacked photos taken with the OM 90mm without using the flash ? It would be nice to see on your flickr account.
Haven't tried that a lot, but would be an interesting experiment for a photo walk!
@@MicaelWidell I will look forward to that ☺
@@cameraprepper7938 It's no point to do that, with not enough good lightning. It's pretty dark at f7.1 even at ISO 200 it's just lack of details.
@@pentagramyt417 Who said anything about aperture 7.1 !?
I’m a canon shooter, but for macro photography, the Olympus wins hands down
You have started convincing me to switch from my beloved mirrorless Canon Mikael 😅
While I love my fuji cameras, if I ever had to replace my kit, it would be with an OM Macro centric system
Hello, Micael !
As always, thank you for sharing your techniques with us. I have a question if you don’t mind answering.
which sdcard do you recommend when using burst mode(CRaw)? thank you.
I personally use a 64Gb Sandisk card with 300 Mb/s write speed. Works really well and gives minimum waiting time for storing.
@@MicaelWidellthank you so much for your help ! I appreciate it and have a wonderful day! 😊
Wow....that is an amazing deal
Använder du mekanisk eller elektronisk slutare vid makrofotografering med blixt och Olympus 90 ? Mvh Ronny
Båda funkar bra. Vid stackning måste man använda den elektroniska. Annars använder jag mekanisk
@@MicaelWidell Tack ! Jo jag vet , men jag tänker 1/100 på 90an spec om man använder Mc och undrar lite om blixten klarar frysa perfekt 1/100 del max på elektronisk är ju lite lite för röreslesoskärpa?? .. visst bra stabilisering med ju . därför tänker jag mekanisk bättre kanske om man inte stackar ?? Du har en kanon bra videos här :) Mvh Ronny
Thank you
I have some doubts: does the focus stacking works with the 2X magnificatio?. If I´m right, the 2X only works with manual focus. Maybe I´m wrong, I just a begin¡inner with this incredible lens. Until now I used the 60mm. Thank you for your videos, they are great.
Focus stacking of course works at all magnifications. But not when you have the clutch in manual mode.
@@MicaelWidell Thank you very much, Micael.
I would REALLY love to buy OM-1 mark II with the discount, please tell me it's possible. As a second body I'd buy that of course, but if I want to switch systems, OM-1 mark II gives too much options, and upgrades to skip the chance, even with that price discount.. Highres 14 bit just alone is a dealbreaker. Bigger buffer... stickier AF... +1 stop of ND filter.. at the end GND just for fun.
Excellent video. Is the lens compatible with Sony cameras? Thx
No this lens only works on MFT
Canon can do that, Stack internally, but doenst has very good macro lens variety, only 100mm but only goes 1.25x magnification and is expensive, less focal distance only reachs 0.5x magnification on lenses like 24,35 and 85mm, can use a adapter Ef and use variety of lenses but gives a 1kg or more equipment to have macro. OM is better value for money
Also I don't think that Canon can stack with a flash, which is a crucial feature
@@MicaelWidellcorrect, that's why I switched to OM System for macro.
That Canon Rf 100mm macro shoots upto 1.4x not 1.25x max mag ratio. Biggest problem with that 100mm macro is stupid focus shuft feature coupled with useless SA control. Also those 24, 35 & 85 lenses were supposed to replace 1.8 EF lenses and in order to make them attractive to ef lens users Canon added .5x max mag ratio rather than being primary macro shooters.
Canon can’t stack or bracket with continuous flash.
Hi Michael, so will we see you using the FL 900R from now on? I feel less alone 😂, I've never seen anyone else use it to make macros. I have been using it for more than a year and have never had any problems, stacking 50/60 shots.
Haha it was a loaner from OM so I don’t get to keep it. I will probably continue using my small Godox v350. But the FL900 is a powerful beast
@@MicaelWidell Yes, it is. I have bought it because I have found an used one at the same price of the Godox brand new.
A great offer. 😮
Pity I bought the lens 2 weeks ago. 😢
Hello Micael
Thanks for your great work on TH-cam!!! As OM-User I tried to profit from your offer. It didn`t work. NOT available. Tried today again and it worked. Swiss landsman living in Germany.
That's weird. I heard from OM System today that they are about to sell out - there are only a couple of discounted kits left now.
Very tempting. Do you still prefer the AK Diffuser? Was thinking the Cygnustech might be lighter and easier to quickly fold but it is less bright according to your tests and I also wonder if that ribbon that is used to affix it to the lens would interfere with the manual clutch of the 90mm lens. Do you have any experience with that?
Also I was going to spring for an Mark II before I saw that deal and now I'm thinking... as you have some experience with the Mark I now, do you think the upgrades of the Mark II would be worth the extra cost? Mark II + 90mm lens with 10% discount and cashback would cost ~2.800,- Euro so it's not too bad but still.
I prefer AK because it conserves light better, you get a brighter output from it. Yes it interferes slightly with the manual clutch, but it's not a big issue for me. Cygnustech is also great, it is more lightweight and easier to pack. They both give a look that is the same.
I cannot see any reason at all to go for the OM-1 Mark II if you are mainly doing macro photography. None of the improvements would make my macro photography easier/better as far as I can see.
@@MicaelWidell Thank you, my concern with the manual clutch interference was more in regards to the Cygnustech. Isn't that one strapped to the front of the lense? That's why I was thinking that it could slide into the groove when you pull down the manual clutch and then block you from getting back to auto focus.
And yes, I'm more interested in Macro for this one. I still have my R7 for animal photography. I just heard that there were some unresolved focus issues with the Mark I (people were very angry when the Mark II was announced) but I can't find any comparisons for the Mark I and II for macro shots and how much that even matters there. Also the in-camera stacking is supposed to have an improved algorithm but I've not found much information on that either. Just some claims on forums. But probably not worth the extra 700 bucks. My main concern is the focus issues people report, have to look more into that and if it's actually better with the Mark II. Thanks for your time!
@@MicaelWidell Alright, I sprang for it. Thanks again for the deal!
I don't see the kit in the list.
Everything is linked in the video description. I think you might have to buy the lens and the camera separately, then apply the discount. See if that works.
I wish i could afford the 90mm macro lens, its definitely the goat and id love to have it...
Its way to expensive though and completely unattainable on a disability pension...🤷
The world is going bonkers and sooo many people are getting left behind, its crazy...
Thats a great deal, shame i dont get paid until the end of the month!
Nice! I do photography of moth at night and I take beautiful photos with my flash but it is very hard to see if the insect is in focus because of the lack of light, do you have any recommendations? I already use the light on the mk320 but I have to turn it on every time I take a photo.
Yeah there are small but powerful USB powered LED lights that you can put on top of your flash to aid in focusing. When you buy diffuser from AK diffuser I think you can get one with it. Otherwise I am not sure exactly where to buy them, but they can probably be found at sites like Aliexpress.
@@MicaelWidell oh thank you so much, I use the pope shield so I don’t know what kind of light I will use but I will try to find something
You can also set the viewfinder to give you a brightened look.
(Remember to turn it off afterwards, to have it on is quite confusing in normal photography. )
I was tempted by the OM-1 offer but unfortunately it's not so good in the UK - £2,399.00 (about 2,800 Euros). Thanks Brexit!!
1800 with discount applied
@@animallover6066 Thank you - I didn't get as far as the shopping basket. I might just pull the trigger now :)
MPB
I see the price of excellent used OM-1 mk1 cameras going down as more folks buy the mk2.
I have the mk1 and I haven't used it to its full potential.
@@FierceSleepingDog Yes, I checked there too but haven't see any listings for the 90mm lens yet. Probably too good for any owners to sell at the moment.
Merci pour la promotion ! C'est effectivement attractif par rapport au prix catalogue... Ceci étant, le prix d'origine est bien trop élevé, aussi bien pour l'OM1 (je ne dépaseerai pas 1000€/1500€) que pour l'objectif (je ne dépasserai pas 500/700€). La "promo" permet simplement à revenir à un prix raisonnable.
If you think its too expensive just buy a slightly older camera from Olympus, you still get the stacking features and great image quality. Check the setup that @StewartWoodArt th-cam.com/channels/1WO8hZv8OqLILMcXYY12iw.html uses.
damn i bought my OM1 for an Week
I followed your link but could not see where to sign up for the macro email tips or to download the macro guide. The macro guide seems to be online only from what I can see from your link.
I clicked on the explore macro and could not see a download link for the macro guide.
Currently I have the 60 & 30 macro lenses,hopefully get the 90 one day. I also have the STF-8, but so far have not used it much as the power output is a bit weak
There should be register button on this link serv.linkster.co/r/P2AQ2SB6LY where you get a small form to sign up
@@MicaelWidell In fact, with your original link and the"reduction code" micaelom1 when ordering, this gives the 900€ reduction cost, so the price goes down from 2999€ to 2099€. Thanks for the great deal with OM1, to get the combo at reasonable price.
Please ask Olympus to extend the deal to Australia and New Zealand. Please
I’m afraid I don’t have that power :)
Olympus can you hear us ?
@@viettran7061 you have to ask OM System, not Olympus 😉😊
out of stock :(
Wish I had seen this sooner, already the kit has sold out!
Wow that was fast. I wonder how many they had in stock
@@MicaelWidell I’ll be honest, I did actually see it late last night, even had it in my basket. Couldn’t believe the discount. Thought I’d mull it over for 24 hours. That will teach me!
@@brianmaguire845 They put some back in stock. I jumped on it ! I was overthinking about wheter to get it and then it was sold out, but we have a second chance now !
@@brianmaguire845 it's not worth it, you better invest in OM-1 mark II at first.
Happy with my OM gear, but the amount of discounts @omsystem gives here and then, and specially NOW is for those who bought this set recently HEARTBREAKING, I bought the body 9 months ago for €1999 and the 90 mm macro for €1499, so I payed almost €1500 (!!!) TO MUCH!!!! The OMsystem compagnie make themself totaly UNBELIEVABLE. What is next? The OM mark II for €1000 next month???? For those who want to buy it for the first time it is a great opportunity but for me and many many other owners this is ridiculous! That makes I will NEVER buy a OM product again! Very poor management of OM 😢😢😢
Welcome to life. Prices always come down as newer versions are released
Hey brother i feel you. I bought a Z9 4 months before the Z8 came with all the best bits for £1200 less.....did i just subsidies that cheap Z8? Its all just part of buying technology
@@FierceSleepingDog no problem the prices comes down, that's the business, but lowering to this cheap???? That is insane!
@@disjenmgn They are trying to empty out their mark 1 inventory. It seems like a FANTASTIC deal IMO. Yet....folks complain about it.
If you've bought a computer, smart phone, camera, or other tech product in the last 20 years you know that release prices come down quickly. When a new model comes out the prices of older versions drop even more. It's about timing.
I buy used gear because the technology from the last 5-10 years is EXCELLENT. I don't need the latest. I can buy gear for a fraction of the initial price.
If I was looking to buy an OM-1, I'd buy the mk 1 with the 90mm in this deal. The mk 2 looks great, but this package deal is really great.
I understand your feelings. Camera companies work for profits. I have learnt few things
- Never buy a new version of camera
- Never buy hyped gear
- Always buy used gear from trusted sources
- One can make beautiful images from cheapest/reasonably priced possible gear. Micael has few videos on the same.
One last thing May be - Use your OM1 and 90mm for next 5 years and don’t upgrade
Good Luck
- Rahul Deshpande (India)
Lol u have sold out! 😊