Jurek (video on top): “This is one of three Greek vacation videos shot on the GH5 with the SLR Magic 1.33x Anamorphot 40 Compact. All handheld, captured in 4k, 10-bit 4:2:2 resolution. This is the same combination I used last year, but with firmware updates for the camera and the 25mm f1.7 taking lens, the image quality has definitely improved. https://vimeo.com/282244155”

I took this shot using a Lumix G7 + Sigma 18-35 + Viltrox Ef M2. If anyone is interested here is a Quick Tutorial on how I shot this (Reddit).
Panasonic patent for a Silicon carbide semiconductor device
Panasonic 25mm 1.7 vs 42.5mm 1.7 for B ROLL. Is the 42.5mm WORTH IT? (Kim Cruz).
Gitzo Revamps Boompole Lineup with Lighter and Stiffer Carbon Fiber (Explora).

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I went through all the most recent Olympus patents. Here I recap the seven Full Frame lens designs patented by Olympus in 2016-2017.

1. 17mm f/1.4
2. 20mm f/1.4
3. 24mm f/1.4
4. 28mm f/1.4
5. 28mm f/2.0
6. 35mm f/1.4
7. 50mm f/.4

It might be that Olympus is just playing with the idea to go Full Frame but never actually will do the step into making a real product.

Source: Freepatentsonline.

Why do I shoot Olympus? – Digital Shootout 2018

The SECRET SAUCE needed to succeed on YOUTUBE (Manny Ortiz).
Get a 12-60mm F2.8-4 lens for under $300 (AlxMNR).
Adobe to Launch Photoshop for iPad in Strategy Shift (Bloomberg).
44 Tips to Improve Your Photography (Explora).

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Panasonic 7-14mm F4 ASPH Review with Panasonic G9 (2018)

Panasonic VariCam Custom Splash Screen to deter camera theft (Newsshooter).
How to properly clean your OM-D EM5 II (Mjp Studio).
Summertime Accessories: 12 Essential Items that Belong in Your Camera Bag Cameras (Explora).

Olympus UK: “Unlucky for some… If you work with your OM-D E-M1 Mark II, protect yourself with Olympus Pro Service support – designed to get you back shooting as quickly as possible, should the worst happen. Sign up today →“

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Olympus PEN E-PL9 Blue – Launch Event (Behind the Scenes)

Panasonic G9 review at Avhub.
Travel Photography Tech Talk (Jay Dickman on GetOlympus).
ABC’s New Unscripted Series “Castaways” Shot with VariCam LT 4K Cinema Camcorders (Panasonic).
10 Best Buys in Used Film & Digital Cameras (Explora).

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Press text:

Elinchrom brings ELB 500 TTL compatibility for Sony and Olympus users with Fujifilm to shortly follow.

Canon®, Nikon®, Sony®, Olympus® and Panasonic® users can now have it all. All existing Elinchrom HS Transmitters can be updated to the Transmitter PRO version, which includes TTL functionality for the ELB 500 TTL.

Right after Nikon and Canon, Hi-Sync, HSS and TTL are now available for Sony and Olympus users too.

TTL, HSS or Hi-Sync. All features a photographer may need are now compiled in one single transmitter.

Using an ELB 1200 with Hi-Sync synchronisation or an ELB 500 TTL with HSS, the Transmitter PRO will detect automatically in which mode to switch. Even better, using an ELB 1200 with a Hi-Sync head along with a ELB 500 TTL in the same setup is possible (manual mode). Hi-Sync and HSS just work seamlessly.

Compatibility for all with the ELB 500 TTL.

The ELB 500 TTL is the ideal tool for photographers who find themselves in time sensitive shooting environments where the inherent speed of TTL lets them capture images at the speed of life or for those who simply prefer the convenience of TTL.

The “Manual Lock” functionality allows photographers to get an initial “lock” on their exposure in TTL and then switch to manual mode to further adjust their exposure as they need or to explore different creative effects.

A new version (2.2) for Canon and Nikon also brings more features, stability and support for third part devices such as Rotolight.

These features are built-in right from the start on versions 2.1 for Sony and Olympus.

THE LAST REMAINING LIGHT from Martin Wallgren on Vimeo.

Martin (video on top):

I just released this short Addison’s Disease awareness documentary, shot mostly on GH5 with Leica 12-60mm and 100-400mm in Lofoten islands, Norway.

Some complementary biking footage was shot in Jotunheimen with GX80 and 100-400mm. All footage except the timelapses were shot handheld without any rigs or gimbals. I used a DJI Mavic Pro for the drone shots. We spent 3 days in Lofoten for the primary shoot. I captured all of the biking shots from the trunk of our rental Prius, some of those close-ups I shot at 800mm equiv. in 4K 50p and autofocus on the GH5. 

I think this could be quite interesting for some of your readers, and it will serve a good cause if you share this. https://vimeo.com/276864585

Z Cam E1 Comprehensive Review (Jody Bruchon)
Panasonic GH5 Underwater Review 2018 – Test Footage (Backscatter).
A few questions about switching to M43 (Reddit).
40 Things You Didn’t Know You Needed in Your Camera Bag (Explora).

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