Petapixel had a chat with OM System managers. One of the criticisms levelled at MFT sensors is the fact that there is no high-resolution sensor camera. Speaking to PetaPixel during the CP+ show in Yokohama, Japan in February, OM System says that it uses the 20-megapixel sensor found in the OM-1 and OM-3 because it offers the most balance between speed and resolution:

“We believe that our sensor leads in high-speed performance, minimizing rolling shutter effects when using the electronic shutter and enabling seamless application of computational photography functions in real time. While this balance of speed and functionality meets today’s needs, we remain committed to exploring new sensor technology including higher pixel counts. Computational photography features are not intended to compensate for pixel count, but together they serve complementary roles, empowering users to truly realize their creative vision using the camera.
In the current situation, if we increase the megapixels, we need our engine to be much stronger and much quicker to keep up with the computational photography functions. If our speed of processing is too slow, it won’t satisfy users expectations. So we would have to develop a new engine along with a new sensor. It’s hard, but it’s a good challenge.

Lately we saw some new 40+MP FT sensors made by Sony, Samsung and others. Maybe the next OM flagship cameras will feature a high resolution sensor?

Should Panasonic & OM System Abandon Entry Level Cameras? Let’s Talk!

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This Is The Main Reason You DON’T Shoot In Manual Mode (Robert Grant).
TTArtisan 35mm f1.4 For Micro Four Thirds Review – More Bokeh at Less Price? (Gary W).
Why Every Landscape Photographer Needs a Telephoto Lens (Explora)
Must-Follow Content Writers in 2025 & Their Game-Changing Tools (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

Tips for stunning wildlife images by OM SYSTEM ambassador Brooke Bartleson

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
Olympus Passion Photography Magazine – February 2025!
Best Gimbal and Camera Stabilizers (Explora).
Images of the OM-3 displayed at the CP+ show (Capa Camera).
A Trick for Perfect Exposure: The Sunny 16 Rule Explained (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.

English | Best of 2024 with OM SYSTEM Ambassador Alexander Koenders

A roundup of the latest OM tutorial videos:

Videography Skills with Ellie Cartwright and the OM-1 Mark II | Part I: Dynamic Sequences

Videography Skills with Ellie Cartwright and the OM-1 Mark II | Part II: Slow mo & shutter speeds

Videography Skills with Ellie Cartwright and the OM-1 Mark II | Part III: Lenses

Videography Skills with Ellie Cartwright and the OM-1 Mark II | Part IV: Creativity

English | Capturing the Soul of Central Europe’s Landscapes

Landscapes and night skies with OM SYSTEM Ambassador Peter Baumgarten

Ask me anything: Connect & share with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and the OI. Share App

7th Annual m4/3 Photography Meetup PART 3

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How to Best Organize Your Camera Backpack (Explora)
Another nail in the coffin for DSLRs as Sigma say no more new DSLR lenses (Amateur Photographer).
Go Out of the Box and Find a New Photography Style (42West).
OM ED 12mm F2.0 Lens Review by Asobinet.

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.

I received this message from a 43rumors reader and wanted to ask you if this is a one-off exception or if you have also had this experience:

Hi. Potential story and genuine question for you about the financial robustness of om systems.  I’m an engineer not a finance person but I’ve heard the phrase ‘cash is king’ so first sign of difficulties is a company not paying what they owe people… May be interesting to ask/poll people who bought into their cashback offer in November last year – I bought the fantastic 8-25 f4 expecting £300 cashback. Their customer support people say it has been approved but guess what – still not received yet 3 months later (Feb 2025). I wonder how long they are going to avoid paying my refund!  I for one am not risking any more of my money in om until I can be more certain of their future.  Cheers. Mark.
PS. Thx for all your hard work, have been reading this site for years but this is first time contacting you :-)

As I said, no company is perfect, and this could be a rare mistake by OM Digital. But let me know what you think about it in the comments section.

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