Update: Panasonic V-LOG update is available for free. A user on REDDIT described the procedure.
Disclaimer: I don’t know if it really works or if that is an intentional move from Panasonic or not. And if it’s a mistake I hope Panasonic will find a way to fix this.
New features on the E-M1 firmware 4.0
Olympus Global announced that it will release a new firmware update for the E-M1 and E-M5II by end of November. New features:
1) Focus Stacking Mode (OM-D E-M1 only)
Focus Stacking Mode let you shoot macro photos that are completely in focus at all depths. A single press of the shutter button captures 8 shots with different focal positions, automatically merging them into a single shot on the camera. Depth of field larger than that of minimum aperture and high resolution without diffraction can be achieved.
2) Focus Bracketing Mode
This function captures up to 999 shots with the focus position for each shot being changed, allowing you to use photo retouching software to merge the images with larger depth of field that cannot be achieved in focus stacking mode (8 shots).
3) S-OVF (Simulated OVF)
S-OVF enables a view that is similar to that of an optical viewfinder.
Exposure compensation and white balance are purposely not shown in S-OVF so that users who are comfortable with the optical viewfinder in DSLR cameras can use the camera in the exact same way.
4) Movie-Exclusive Picture Mode: Flat (OM-D E-M5 Mark II only)
Movie-Exclusive Picture Mode Flat provides beautiful post-editing or grading color by lowering the contrast to minimize highlight blowouts and loss of detail in shadows.
5) Synchronized PCM Audio Rec. with Movie Recording
Functions have been added for shooting movies when connecting [shoplink 55579 ebay]Olympus Linear PCM Recorder LS-100[/shoplink] via USB cable. Slate Tone can be added to make it easier to synchronize the audio and image after recording is complete, and a function for synchronizing the start of audio recording with movie recording on the camera is also available.
6) Enhanced functions on Olympus Capture Version 1.1
You can customize the display of items on the Super Control Panel so that only the required functions are displayed, and you can change the layout for easier access of the most frequently used functions. Direct PC saving is also available and the transfer speed is made faster by saving images directly to a computer without recording to an SD card. Transfer speed is improved up to 4 times faster than before. Tether shooting capabilities are also expanded. Features such as Keystone Compensation are now available to operate via a computer by connecting the camera to a computer.
7) MF Clutch and Snapshot Focus Disable
You can change settings from the menu to disable MF Clutch and Snapshot Focus.
8) Latest firmware for M.Zuiko Pro and Premium lenses
Along with this latest firmware upgrade, latest firmware for the M.Zuiko Pro and Premium lenses will also be released. Aperture drive has been improved for smooth exposure control even when shooting movies in situations with sudden changes in brightness. It also supports for disabling the MF Clutch and Snapshot Focus.
“The Blessings of Nature in Sri Lanka” in 4K by Bence Máté with a LUMIX FZ300
Behind the scenes and shooting impressions by Bence Máté | LUMIX FZ300 (Youtube).
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12-40mm PRO lens is the most sold MFT lens in Japan (camera.itmedia.co.jp).
Shoe-Mount Flash Buying Guide: The Best Right Now (Adorama)
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Image on top shows the current Sigma ART E-mount lens lineup.
Mirrorlessrumors.com got a hint form a source saying that Sigma will announce a new 24mm f/2.8 ART lens soon. The lens will be available for Micro Four Thrids and Sony E-mount. There is yet no info on price and size of the lens. Would be nice if it woudl be really compact!
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Zyoptics is now taking preorders on the new 25mm f/.09 Speedmaster Micro Four Thirds lens. The lens costs $399. Preorders should be available soon on [shoplink 55572 ebay]eBay too[/shoplink].
Official lens description:
Zhongyi Optics (ZY Optics) has unveiled the world’s lightest f/0.95 lens, Mitakon Speedmaster 25mm f/0.95 lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. This new member in the Mitakon Speedmaster family is a ultra-fast prime lens which provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 50mm in the Micro Four Thirds system. A maximum aperture of f/0.95 makes it extremely convenient to shoot at a low light conditions without flash and . Most importnatly, this lens weigh merely 0.51 pounds and 2.5 inches long. The compact size and fast aperture make it an ideal companion of your camera for everyday shooting in a wide variety of conditions.
Despite the extreme light weight, the lens incorporates a 11 elements in 9 groups optical design, including 1pc of Extra-low disperson elements, 4 pcs of Extra-high Refractive Index elements and 2pcs of High Refractive index elements. This structure effectively controls the chromatic abberations and deliver excellent image sharpness even at f/0.95. The lens also features a 11 pieces of aperture blades to form a close-to-circle aperture for a creamy depth of field. Optimized lens coatings also help to suppress lens flare and ghosting.
Manual focus design and a click-less, silent aperture ring promote smooth handling and are especially well-suited to video applications. The lens is built in metallic enclosure with additional protective process and finest finishing, which gives extra durability and aesthetic.
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Olympus TOUGH TG860 review (CameraLabs).
Cycling with the Olympus Air (TheDigialStory).
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