2-axis IBIS: Basic stabilization helps nail handheld shots even without modern 5-axis tech.
Fast autofocus: Quick enough for street moments, even in today’s standards.
Robin’s verdict? It’s not about specs — it’s about fun, simplicity, and capturing great images without distractions. If you find a good used copy of the E-PM2, don’t hesitate — it’s still a little powerhouse worth owning.
He previously held a bias against smaller sensors but admits the OM setup exceeded expectations. For photographers who don’t need extreme cropping or massive prints, OM System is absolutely viable, lightweight, and feature-rich.
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In a new video, YouTuber Snappiness gives an in-depth look at the much-anticipated Alice Camera, a unique smartphone-camera hybrid featuring a Micro Four Thirds sensor and interchangeable lens mount.
Unlike traditional cameras, the Alice clips directly onto your smartphone and relies on an app for controls, offering a modern twist for mobile-first content creators. It combines computational photography with real optics—thanks to the Micro Four Thirds lenses mount support.
Key Highlights
Smart design with cold shoe, USB-C, headphone jack, and tripod mount
64GB internal storage (no SD card slot)
Excellent white balance and color science
Built-in AI subject detection autofocus
Support for manual lenses and classic MFT glass
The Alice Camera doesn’t work as a standalone camera—it needs the app to shoot. But in return, it gives you lightning-fast wireless transfers, deep manual control, and flexible AI-assisted shooting modes.
What Needs Work
Autofocus is still not perfect—especially for fast-moving subjects
Boot time is slow compared to traditional cameras
No SD card support limits expandability
Resolution is just 11MP—fine for web, but not for cropping or large prints
Despite the downsides, Alice is among the most advanced attempts yet at merging smartphones and dedicated cameras. It’s perfect for hybrid shooters, vloggers, and tinkerers who want to travel light without sacrificing image quality.
Would you consider switching to a camera like this? Let us know in the comments!
TheYi M1 is perhaps one of the most underrated and forgotten cameras in the Micro Four Thirds space. Launched in 2016, it boasted a 20MP Four Thirds sensor developed by Sony (same as in the Panasonic GX8 and Olympus PEN-F).
Despite impressive specs and a Leica-inspired design, it failed miserably. Why? Poor launch timing, weak autofocus at launch, lack of features like IBIS, viewfinder, and even basic options like RAW+JPEG initially. It felt more like a smartphone with a lens mount—operated entirely via touchscreen with minimal physical controls.
Over time, firmware updates did improve many aspects including autofocus and UI, but the damage was done. Yi discontinued the camera quietly and never followed up with a successor. Tom Calton still thinks that this camera is a collector’s oddball gem—and proof that even bold entries can fail without polish.
If you love Micro Four Thirds for its portability, then this video from Micro Four Nerds is a must-watch. It dives into a handpicked selection of the smallest and most versatile MFT lenses — ideal for building a lightweight, high-quality everyday carry kit.
Olympus 14-42mm EZ: Tiny power zoom lens, more versatile than it looks, but not stabilized.
Panasonic Lumix 12-32mm: Wider, OIS-stabilized, compact — ideal for non-IBIS bodies like GM1 or GX800.
