a bit of everything…
The OM-1 Focus Limiter Feature
Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
How to Clean Your Lenses Properly? – Experts from ARRI Explain (CineD).
8 Lessons Learned When I Photographed a Total Solar Eclipse (Explora).
Saturation vs Vibrance in Photography (42West).
48-megapixel full-size sensor from former Panasonic Semicon (DClife).
Plenty of news on the facebook OMD group, Panasonic FF and the GH5 group.
SHARGE disk is the world’s smallest and toughest 2TB external SSD
If you need a super small, fast and tough external SSD storage look at the SCHARGE Disk on Kickstarter (Click here).
More deals:
- Samsung 4TB T7 external SSD (now $130!) off at Bhphoto (Click here) and Amazon (Click here).
- $700 discount on the fast Sandisk 4Tb hard disk sold by Amazon (Click here) and BHphoto (Click here). Today Sandisk released the firmware fix that solves an issue on some late 2022 models!
- You can now preorder the Heipi 3-in-1 Travel Tripod at Heipivision (Click here). $40 OFF with code “QV654S8DATAZ” for a limited time!
OM Digital recognizes MFT doesn’t sell in China, and want’s to do “something”

A source told me that OM Digital had a deep discussion about what to do to succeed on the Chinese market. And the one major reason for weak sales has been identified: OM Digital doesn’t offer any high megapixel camera. If they want to succeed on the Chinese market future cameras like the E-M1XII need to have a higher resolution sensor.
Let’s see if OM Digital will really make such a camera!
a bit of everything…
Olympus E-M5 Mark II Best Settings for Beginners – A Tutorial with In Depth Explanations ep.450
Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
Dive in – it’s World Oceans Day! (GetOlympus).
The Panasonic G7 In 2023??? – YES & It’s Awesome For Photography!! (Grand Robert).
Deity Announces Theos Digital Wireless Microphone System (Explora).
How to Choose a Computer: A Comprehensive Guide (42West).
Plenty of news on the facebook OMD group, Panasonic FF and the GH5 group.
Officially announced in Japan: New “E-M1X_IR” and “E-M1 Mark III_IR” infrared cameras
This is the google translated Press text:
Started providing IR camera “IR System” for digital archiving, ideal for investigation and research using infrared rays
Infrared photography for analysis and visible light photography for recording are possible with a single camera without changing settings.

The “IR System” to be released this time expands the light receiving sensitivity of OM SYSTEM’s mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras “OM-D E-M1 Mark III” and “OM-D E-M1X” to the infrared region, which is compact, lightweight, and has high image quality. , is an infrared camera with good footwork that is ideal for surveying and shooting in places that are difficult to use with large-scale equipment. By using the included magnetic detachable filter kit, you can easily switch between infrared photography and normal photography (visible light photography). In addition, it comes with a user’s guide that explains the workflow, and is a camera system with excellent cost performance that strongly supports surveys and research using infrared rays.
| product name | Start accepting orders | Sales destination |
| OM-D E-M1X_IR body | June 15, 2023 | Domestic corporations/sole proprietors |
| OM-D E-M1X_IR 12-45mm F4.0 PRO Lens Kit (Body + M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm F4.0 PRO) |
June 15, 2023 | Domestic corporations/sole proprietors |
| OM-D E-M1 Mark lll_IR 12-40mm F2.8 PRO Lens Kit (Body + M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO) |
June 15, 2023 | Domestic corporations/sole proprietors |
*All products come with USERS GUIDE IR, Magnetic IR Filter Kit, and a scale with focus stacking chart.
* Membership registration to OMDS Business Store and agreement to the terms of use are required.
▪ Main features
1. Taking advantage of the compact and lightweight OM SYSTEM, this is a mirrorless single-lens camera that supports the infrared range, making it ideal for surveying and shooting in locations that are difficult to use with large-scale equipment.
2. A compact and lightweight system that can easily achieve high-definition infrared photography
3. Attaching the included Magnetic IR Filter Kit makes it easy to compare infrared photography and normal photography.
4. Comes with a user’s guide that explains the digital archive workflow, contributing to improved work efficiency
▪Background of launch
Infrared cameras are used for discoveries of historical value and various surveys and inspections. On the other hand, infrared cameras are expensive and require a large amount of equipment, which hinders research and surveys. In order to solve these problems, we have developed an infrared camera that makes the most of the features of OM SYSTEM’s mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras with high image quality, a user’s guide that explains the workflow in an easy-to-understand manner, and a magnetic detachable filter kit that makes it easy to replace filters. We have developed a set of high cost performance camera system “IR system”.
OM Digital Solutions will contribute to solving problems in the field of culture and education through camera systems specialized for surveys and research.
[Example of photographing a wooden tag with a blackened surface]
The surface of the tag had been weathered over time, but with the simple configuration of the “IR system” and infrared LEDs, the ink writing became readable.
Key Features Details
1. Taking advantage of the compact and lightweight OM SYSTEM, this mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera supports the infrared range, making it ideal for surveying and photographing in locations that are difficult to use with large-scale equipment.
The “IR system” is based on OM SYSTEM’s mirrorless single-lens camera, which is compact and lightweight, has an image stabilization mechanism that strongly supports handheld shooting, and is equipped with environmental performance such as dustproof, splashproof, and freezeproof. is expanded to the infrared region (below). It is a camera system that enables infrared photography not only in studios, but also in various environments such as caves and narrow spaces inside temples.

2. A compact and lightweight system that can easily achieve high-definition infrared photography
Equipped with a high resolution shot function that can shoot up to 80 million pixels. High-definition infrared images can be easily obtained because image processing is performed in the camera. Furthermore, since the high-res shot function is already registered in the camera’s custom mode, even photographers who are unfamiliar with camera operations can set it without hesitation.
3.By attaching the included filter kit, you can easily compare infrared photography and normal photography.
In addition to the IR filter used for infrared photography, it comes with a UV/IR cut filter that enables visible light photography. By adopting a removable magnetic filter, the filter can be easily replaced while the camera is still set, greatly improving the work efficiency of comparison photography.
. Visible light photography Infrared photography
4. Comes with a user’s guide that explains the workflow of digital archiving, realizing significant efficiency of digital archiving work
Comes with a “User’s Guide IR” that explains the workflow of infrared shooting and tethered mode shooting that operates the camera from a computer. By using the free software “OM Capture” and “OM Workspace” together, you can greatly improve the efficiency of digital archiving and surveys and research.
▪ Products and accessories
Left: IR system camera kit and Magnetic IR Filter Kit, Right: Infrared photography manual, user’s guide, scale with focus stacking chart
▪ Notes
・Since the “IR system” is greatly affected by the environment such as the filters, lenses, and light sources used when shooting, the performance is provided as is.
・”IR system” is a model for specialized institutions such as museums, art galleries, and research institutes, so it is not sold to general customers for personal use. Only sold at OMDS Business Store.
・At the time of purchase, it is necessary to conclude a “Purchase Conditions Confirmation” that stipulates the conditions of use.
About OM Digital Solutions Co., Ltd.
OM Digital Solutions Co., Ltd. provides award-winning video and audio products, services, and solutions centered on optical, precision, and digital imaging technologies. Our company is a new company established to provide better products to our customers, with the predecessor of the imaging business of Olympus Corporation. Inheriting the technology, products, services, brands, and culture that have been cultivated over more than 80 years of manufacturing, we will continue to challenge ourselves to develop new products and provide high-performance products to a wide range of customers, from daily use to professional use. We will continue to provide high quality products.
About solution business
By utilizing our technological assets and providing business solutions centered on “seeing,” “listening,” “preserving,” “communicating,” and “utilizing,” we will work to solve problems and co-create value for corporate customers, We will contribute to the development of various industries and cultures.
About OMDS Business Store
We have a lineup of information devices such as digital cameras and IC recorders, optical equipment such as lenses and binoculars, and sell products that can be used in research, development, surveys, inspections, etc. at corporations, sole proprietors, and local governments.
URL: https://biz.om-digitalsolutions.com/
Company names and product names in this release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Information
Introducing the IR SYSTEM: a digital preservation solution tailored for research and investigation utilizing infrared light imaging.
Tokyo, Japan, June 15, 2023 – OM Digital Solutions Corporation (President and CEO: Shigemi Sugimoto) is pleased to introduce the IR SYSTEM, an Infrared Camera for Digital Preservation, designed to cater to research and investigation needs with its infrared light imagery capabilities .
The IR SYSTEM is high performance Infrared Camera that takes advantage of the OM SYSTEM imaging product’s compact, lightweight, and high image quality features. Starting on June 15, 2023, it will be available for purchase at the “OM Digital Solutions Business Store”, catering specifically to corporate and business customers in Japan.








