OM 50-200mm f/2.8 PRO preorder links at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, OM US store, Fotokoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, OM European stores.
New review just keep flocking in and I will publish them all as this lens really deserves the high publicity.
The Nikkei Industry Map Financial Yearbook includes detailed shipment data for Japanese mirrorless camera manufacturers, offering an exact breakdown of the global camera market:
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Mirrorless Market Trends (2021–2025)
The figures discussed here refer specifically to mirrorless camera shipments, excluding DSLRs and compact digital cameras. From 2021 through 2025, the data shows a clear upward trend in the mirrorless market.
Nikon, in particular, has steadily increased its shipments—gaining roughly 100,000 units each year.
According to the Nikkei Industry Map, Canon reclaimed the top spot from Sony in 2022. By 2024, Canon’s mirrorless shipments alone surpassed 2 million units, solidifying its dominance. Sony remains stable but hasn’t shown much aggressive growth recently. Perhaps it’s time for Sony to move beyond incremental updates and introduce more innovative, cutting-edge models.
Fujifilm rebounded past 400,000 units in 2024, while Panasonic and OM Digital continue to trail behind the top four manufacturers.
Canon Stays Strong — Compact Digital Cameras Update
Canon not only led in mirrorless and DSLR shipments in 2024, but it’s also gearing up to take the lead in the compact digital camera segment. Currently, Sony holds the top position with 470,000 units shipped, followed closely by Canon at 430,000 units.
Canon has announced plans to boost production of compact digital cameras starting January 2025, and its new PowerShot V1 model is already on the way. This could enable Canon to overtake Sony in the compact segment and achieve a “triple crown”: leading in mirrorless, DSLR, and compact digital camera shipments.
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via DClife
Micro Four Nerds published the long term review of the now two year old Lumix G9II. Her conclusion is that the Lumix G9II proves itself as one of Panasonic’s best Micro Four Thirds hybrids — with excellent autofocus, great stabilization, strong burst modes, and impressive low-light performance. It’s not the smallest body, but for photographers and videographers who want a rugged, versatile, and reliable tool, the G9II still stands out as a flagship that deserves more recognition.
Photographer Côme Courteault has launched the new Esquisse Camera project (check out the website). The goal is to create a 350g like MFT camera with 20MP Sony sensor by end of 2026. Target price is $2000. Côme writes:
We are developing the Esquisse Camera, a revolutionary premium digital camera that combines uncompromising craftsmanship with cutting-edge imaging technology. Weighing under 350 grams and smaller than a deck of cards, this camera proves that exceptional image quality doesn’t require sacrificing portability or enjoyability.
I love that the camera also has integrated viewfinder and 256GB internal storage. This will be a proper Lumix GM successor :)
Here are the full specs:
What do you think about this? Côme is reading your comments so feel free to ask questions!
OM 50-200mm at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, OM US store, Fotokoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, OM EU stores.
Photographyblog tested the new 50-200mm PRO lens and concluded:
The main downside is the price – the full RRP of £2999.99 in the UK and $3699 in the USA certainly makes the made-to-order 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO a considered purchase, especially as the older but still very popular 40-150mm f/2.8 Pro is less than half the cost.
If you can stretch to this 2025 lens, though, and you don’t mind pairing it with a teleconverter, it could effectively replace both the 40-150mm and 100-400mm zooms in your kit bag, making it much more financially viable.
Overall, the new OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO is a somewhat surprising but very desirable lens that every Micro Four Thirds wildlife and sports photographer should consider.
Panasonic Europe launched a new up to 450 Euro discount. You can check the details at Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton
George Holden believes the Olympus PEN-F is the only digital camera that truly shoots like film. Released in 2016, it was inspired by the classic half-frame PEN film cameras and designed with a strong focus on creating film-like results straight out of camera.
The PEN-F stood out thanks to its unique “Creative Dial,” which allowed photographers to instantly apply monochrome and color profile controls, mimicking the look of traditional film stocks. Features like the dedicated exposure compensation dial, intuitive controls, and strong in-body image stabilization gave it a tactile, analog-like shooting experience that most digital cameras lack.
Holden points out that what makes the PEN-F special is not just its design but its ability to deliver images that feel authentic, organic, and filmic—without heavy editing. Even today, it remains a rare gem in Olympus’ lineup, cherished by street and travel photographers who want both digital convenience and the timeless feel of film.
