One of my sources had a meeting with Om Digital. His idea is that the OM-1II had to be released as a new model because the trademark agreement to use the “Olympus” name is ending. Therefore OM Digital had to re brand the OM-1 camera and they took this chance to add some minor hardware updates (better buttons, larger buffer, improved IBIS).

P.S.: Sorry Rob Trek for posting this late…with all the rumor buzz I forgot to post it!

We now know that the OM-1II will be a slightly improved OM-1. And that the 150-600mm lens will be a MFT version of the original Sigma 150-600mm Full Frame lens. In this video I shared my thoughts. But in short:

Positive note:

• At least after one year we are getting something new
• We are getting three “new” products
• We are getting a new lens roadmap

Negative note:

• OM-1II improvements are very minor
• 150-600mm lens has unnecessary weight and size because of the original Full Frame design
• Putting an extra $700 price tag on a re-branded Sigma FF lens is disappointing

What do you think?

Asobinet spotted that the OM-1 is marked as “discontinued” in Japan. Another confirmation my rumors about the OM-1II being announced in Jan 31 is true :)

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Plenty of news on the facebook OMD group, Panasonic FF and the GH5 group.
I kindly invite you all to follow me on Youtube, Instagram, Threads for more broader camera talk :)

Topaz just released the new Gigapixel 7 (Click here). I personally use it ALL the time to upscale my old images or images taken with my smartphone.

Major changes:

• Updated AI engine which should allow better compatibility and faster processing
• Added Standard and High Fidelity v2 models
  • These models will eventually replace v1 models in time. If you have quality issues, please let us know.
• Refreshed the UI with new design and controls
• Updated preferences with new options
  • Note: This will fully reset your preferences

Notable additions:

• Added panning and pinch to zoom gestures in preview
• Added updated RAW preview handling (should be closer to Photo AI)
• Added ability to capture before/after in split and side by side views
• Added ability to move the file list up and down via dragging
  • Note: There is a known issue where removing/adding images causes it to snap back to the default position
• Changed logic for selections
• Changed controls to show mixed states if multiple images with different values are selected

OM digital did just send out their latest Newsletter teasing the launch of the new 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 lens.