The new Wandrd V4 Camera Backpack is now available for preorder at BHphoto, Amazon and Wandrd.

PetaPixel tested the bag and concluded:

The Wandrd Prvke V4 21L Camera Backpack and Essential Camera Cube V2 are impressive improvements over previous models. The V4 backpack shines with its updated design, which prioritizes comfort, durability, and ease of access. Meanwhile, the Essential Camera Cube V2 offers an efficient and organized solution for gear storage, albeit with a few minor caveats. For anyone seeking a high-quality, versatile camera backpack with thoughtful features, the Prvke V4 and Cube V2 are hard to beat.

The V4’s refinements make it a solid upgrade for current Prvke owners, while also offering an attractive entry point for newcomers. Whether you’re a professional photographer or a weekend adventurer, this duo offers a solid option to keep your gear safe, organized, and easily accessible.

Godox launched the new compact flashes for MFT cameras:

Godox iT20 at BHphoto and Amazon.
Godox iT22 at BHphoto and Amazon.
Godox Magnetic Attachment Kit for iT20, iT22, iM20 & iM22 at BHphoto and Amazon.
Godox Diffuser for iT20 at BHphoto and Amazon.

This KILLER LITTLE Micro Four Thirds Lens Produces INSANE Pictures!

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
OM-5 Mark II, 60mm macro versus 90mm, Live ND and plovers (Emilie Talpin Photography)
Building My Dream Micro Four Thirds Kit For The Streets Of Japan! (Grant Robert).
Packing for Your Next Landscape Photography Trip (Explora)
Desert Photography: Tips to Capture the Magic (42West)

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.

My Experience at Bild Expo 2025! with OM SYSTEM, Viewers and Old Friends!

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How To Unlock Micro Four Thirds FULL Potential (Grant Robert).
SmallRig Announces Compact Potato Jet TRIBEX SE Hydraulic Tripod (Explora)
Best Storage Solution for Creators: Cloud Storage vs SSD vs HDD (42West)
Why I Can’t Decide About the New OM-5 Mark II (OneLensOnly).

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.

The OM-3 : My Personal Dream Camera (And the Best M43 Camera of All Time)

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
INSANELY VERSATILE Micro Four Thirds Setup For EVERYDAY PHOTOGRAPHY (Gary W).
OM-3 test at Kitamura
Cine Cameras: Are They Worth It? (42West)
An Approach to Editing Photos from Your Compact Camera (Explora)

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.

Photographer Robin Wong discusses 10 lenses that are missing from the Micro Four Thirds ecosystem. He aims to inspire Panasonic and OM Digital Solutions to fill these gaps in 2025 and beyond:

• Need for High-Magnification Budget Macro Lens
  Despite having options like the Olympus 60mm f/2.8 and 30mm f/2.8, there’s a gap in budget-friendly, high-magnification macro lenses. Robin proposes a 50mm f/3.5 lens offering 2x magnification at a lower price point.
• Bright Super Telephoto Zoom Lens Wish
  Current lenses like Olympus 40–150mm f/2.8 and Panasonic 50–200mm f/2.8–f/4 are great but lack consistent brightness and range. A 50–250mm f/2.8 constant aperture lens would greatly benefit event and sports photographers.
• Standard Zoom with f/2 Constant Aperture
  Existing 12–40mm f/2.8 and 12–35mm f/2.8 lenses are excellent, but Robin suggests an even brighter standard zoom lens (f/2 constant) to improve low-light performance and reduce reliance on prime lenses.
• Call for Bright Telephoto Prime Lenses
  A 100mm, 135mm, or 150mm f/1.8–f/2 would fill the gap between 75mm and 200mm lenses. These would aid indoor sports and event photography with superior low-light capabilities.
• Refreshing Budget Super Telephoto Lenses
  The Olympus 75–300mm lens is over a decade old and due for an update. Improvements in weather sealing, image stabilization, and durability would make it more appealing to budget wildlife photographers.
• Pushing Limits of Super Long Prime Lenses
  Leveraging the small sensor size, Robin proposes extreme telephoto lenses like 800mm f/5.6 or 1,000mm f/6.3. These would be compact yet powerful for wildlife photography, especially fitting for OM System’s direction.
• More Compact Pancake Lenses Needed
  While there are some ultra-compact options, he calls for more pancake primes like a 25mm f/2.8 or a 12mm f/3.5. These would be ideal for minimalist street photographers.
• Better Built Kit Lenses
  Existing Panasonic 12–32mm and Olympus 14–42mm EZ lenses are fragile and prone to flex cable issues. Updated versions with improved durability and slightly better specs would enhance entry-level setups.
• F1.4 Prime Lens Segment
  A balance between size, cost, and performance, f/1.4 primes would bridge the gap between bulky f/1.2s and basic f/1.8s. Robin emphasizes that dedicated Micro Four Thirds designs (not adapted APS-C lenses) are key.
• Upgrade F1.8 Prime Lineups
  Many existing f/1.8 lenses need upgrades in weather sealing, build quality, and autofocus performance. Olympus has begun this process, but more models need attention.

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