George writes:
The Olympus Pen F, OM-System OM-3 and Olympus E-P7 with their creative dial, allow us to fine tune our in-camera picture profiles, to create film-like images. I found this Kodachrome film recipe in an old micro four thirds forum post, created by Gareth B, and we\’re putting this recipe to the test in this video.
The Most Expensive MFT vs the Cheapest Full Frame – Shocking Results
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Being More INTENTIONAL In Photography Using Micro Four Thirds? (Gary W).
The Panasonic GH6 – The Video Camera That Is AWESOME For Photography (Robert Grant).
Lightroom Like a Pro: Part 1 (Explora)
Why Everyone Should Have A Point-and-Shoot (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.
$35 off on the Airtag 4 Pack sold on Amazon (click here). I use a ton of them to track all my gear and bags with these accessories.
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Jeremy Gray from PetaPixel shared his opinion about the OM Digital gear released in 2025:
There is no question that the OM-3 is a good camera and the 50-200mm f/2.8 IS Pro a great lens, but that is about the extent of the excitement in 2025 for OM System. A slightly refreshed OM-5 II and three marginally updated lenses are just fine, at best.
I think Micro Four Thirds is in a position where it really needs to justify its existence to the broader photography market. The format still has a lot to offer, and I know plenty of photographers who use and love Micro Four Thirds cameras and lenses. However, given the quality of APS-C and full-frame cameras on the market at prices similar to or even lower than those OM System offers, I think OM System really needs to do better. I believe Micro Four Thirds can be great, so I’d really like to see OM System prove it to me, and more importantly, to everyone else. The company just didn’t do that this year.
The “older” PEN cameras are selling great in Asia. And it sorts of proves the point that affordable compact cameras have a future while “luxury” releases like the OM-3 are more of a niche product. Would love ot see a $1000-$1200 PEN camera with new sensor. I think a product like this would sell hot!
My Favorite Adventure Camera of the Year?
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We Ranked Every Camera From 2025 (Golden Hour Podcast and Connor McCaskill)
The Ultimate Travel Camera for 2026? OM3 in the Netherlands (Maher Zi Voyager)
Mylene Mae on Trends, Staying Curious, and Creating for Fun (Explora)
Gear Up: The Hottest New Tools for Photographers and Filmmakers (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.
Joshua Waller from Amateur Photographer writes
For me, the Micro Four Thirds system is one of the most compelling camera systems available, in fact it offers some of the highest image quality possible for the size. If you want to use a small camera, then there is little image quality on offer from a compact camera (with a small sensor), but with Micro Four Thirds, you can have a larger than 1-inch sensor, and your own choice of lens. I have multiple lenses that I absolutely love to use on OM cameras and can tell the difference in image quality compared to a compact camera or a smartphone.
OM System cameras (and Olympus beforehand) have been amongst the industry leaders when it comes to computational photography, it’s designed to help you capture things that are otherwise more difficult on other cameras. Since Live Bulb/Time, the ability to see the image as it develops on the screen is something that is incredible to see, and it’s worth looking at a demonstration in person or in a video to see how it can be used, and with LiveND you can capture slow moving water without fiddling with filters.
I could go on… but won’t. But look at how many people are choosing OM cameras for macro work and judge them by their work – it will be hard to be anything but impressed. The camera system’s macro features such as focus-stacking, as well as small compact weather-sealed macro lenses, make the cameras a great choice, and in addition to this, the weather-sealing and small size, also make them great for going out in all weather conditions.
How does OM get so overlooked in comparison to other camera brands? Perhaps it’s time for the obsession with full-frame sensors to be left in the darkroom. (ha-ha, see what I did there, made a 35mm film reference).
To be honest, I have noticed a slight resurgence of interest in the Micro Four Thirds system. The question is whether OM Digital and Panasonic are willing to invest and take risks in developing new models that are more than just minor improvements on existing cameras. We will see in 2026 if they surprise us.
OM SYSTEM 50-200mm f/2.8 VS 40-150mm f/2.8 | Which Is Best?
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Why Are There No MFT Camcorders/Handicams? (Reddit M43 group)
✨ My Favorite Photos of 2025: All Captured Using ONLY A BUDGET Micro Four Thirds Camera – Lumix GF9 (Gary W).
Gifts for the Photographer Who Has It All (Explora)
How I Get Out Of Creative Blocks In Photography (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.
My Favorite Adventure Camera of the Year?
The Most Expensive MFT vs the Cheapest Full Frame – Shocking Results
My Favorite Micro 4/3 Lenses for Video & Photo
Your OM System Camera Has THIS Magic Long Exposure Mode… Live Comp Explained!
A boring :) M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm F1.8 II AF test
We Ranked Every Camera From 2025 (Golden Hour Podcast and Connor McCaskill)
The Ultimate Travel Camera for 2026? OM3 in the Netherlands (Maher Zi Voyager)
Mylene Mae on Trends, Staying Curious, and Creating for Fun (Explora)
Gear Up: The Hottest New Tools for Photographers and Filmmakers (42West)
Being More INTENTIONAL In Photography Using Micro Four Thirds? (Gary W).
The Panasonic GH6 – The Video Camera That Is AWESOME For Photography (Robert Grant).
Lightroom Like a Pro: Part 1 (Explora)
Why Everyone Should Have A Point-and-Shoot (42West)
How They’re Made: Sigma Lenses (Youtube PetaPixel)
Gear Doesn’t Matter – Collective Gallery: Portrait, Wildlife Photography – M4/3 in ACTION (Gary W).
Lighting Multiple Sets with Nanlite (Explora)
Does Capturing Wildlife Photos in Parks Really Count as Wildlife Photography? (42West)
Sorry not sorry – these were the WORST cameras of 2025 (DigitalCameraWorld).
🤔 If I Could Only Have ONE MICRO FOUR THIRDS CAMERA, Which One Will It Be? (Gary W)
Analog Photobooths: Vintage Memory Makers (42West)
Old glass on m43 is so fun (Reddit).
Lightroom Like a Pro: Part 2 (Explora)
Top 10 Photography Spots to Visit This Winter (42West)
Explora:
The Best Cases for Your New Graphics Card (Explora)
Top Creator Accessories of 2025 (Explora)
Genaray Release GXS-200BI Monolight and PX-MOD-3 Modular Panel (Explora)
Litepanels Astra IP Review: The Toughest Bi-Color LED Light Panel? (Explora)
Profoto Releasing L600 Mono-LED Lights and ProPanel 3×2 RGB Panel (Explora)
Demystifying Strobe Lighting for Beginners (Explora)
42West:
How to Set Yourself Apart as a YouTuber in a World Increasingly Dominated by AI (42West)
THE SKINNY ON FILM SCANNING (42West)
How to Master Waterfall Photography (42West)
How To Take Dreamy Slow Shutter Speed Photos (42West)
