Handheld Focus Stacking on the Olympus OM-D E-M1X and E-M1 Mark III
Many of the newer Olympus OM-D cameras have the ability to do focus stacking in camera. Focus stacking will take up to 15 images at different focus points and stack them into a single JPEG image in camera. The Olympus…
Taking Amazing Handheld Internal HDR photos with the Olympus OM-D E-M1X
The Olympus OM-D E-M1X is the new flagship Micro Four Thirds camera from Olympus. While the OM-D E-M1X is pricey for a Micro Four Thirds camera ($2,999 USD), it does have some advanced features like: Built in battery grip with dual…
Should You Upgrade to the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II?
Olympus recently announced its new flagship OM-D E-M1 Mark II camera. The new camera comes with a boat load of features. But it also comes with a significantly higher price than its predecessor. This blog examines the new features and…
My Micro Four Thirds Photography Kit for Traveling to Hawaii
On a trip to Hawaii, I planned on doing a lot of hiking and a various types of photography, so I wanted to travel light. I was able to use my Olympus OM-D E-M1 and four lenses for my entire…
Testing In Camera HDR with the Olympus OM-D
I don’t shoot a lot of HDR photographs. In fact many times when I use exposure bracketing, I only process one of the bracketed images. But, there are times when HDR is necessary to capture all the details in an…
Comparing the Olympus OM-D E-M1, E-M5 Mark II, and E-M10 Mark II
My original blog post on cmparing the Olympus OM-D E-M1, E-M5, and E-M10 has been one of my most popular posts. However, Olympus has been busy producing the E-M5 Mark II and the E-M10 Mark II. I currently own the…
My Micro Four Thirds Waterfall Photography Kit
Waterfalls are one of the favorite subjects for nature photographers. However, many waterfalls require a somewhat lengthy hike usually on uneven terrain. Lower Lynn Camp Falls, Smoky Mountains Since many waterfalls require a long hike in order to photograph them,…
Is the Clik Elite Compact Sport Backpack the right choice for Micro Four Thirds Nature Photographers?
I do a lot of hiking for my nature photography. I usually just stuff the pockets of my vest with gear and go. Click Elite Compact Sport Backpack – Camera Bay Recently while hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains…
Olympus M.Zuiko 60mm Macro Lens Cap (46mm) Replacement
I am horrible about losing lens caps for my Olympus OM-D when I’m out in the field. A couple of weeks ago while hiking in the Smoky Mountains, I lost the lens cap for the Olympus M.Zuiko 60mm Macro lens. …
The Professional Controls on the Olympus OM-D E-M1
In my Opinion, one of the features that sets the Olympus OM-D E-M1 apart from other Compact System Cameras are its professional controls. The Olympus OM-D E-M1 has two control dials and a two position lever that allow you to…
