Fast, durable, and versatile, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II from Olympus is a workhorse Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, offering a broad range of stills and video-minded functionality. Revolving around a high-resolution 20.4MP Live MOS sensor and TruePic VIII image processor, the E-M1 Mark II sports a truly fast 60 fps continuous shooting rate with an electronic shutter, 18 fps with continuous autofocus, and 15 fps with a mechanical shutter. For video shooters, both DCI and UHD 4K recording modes can be used, along with a Time-lapse Movie mode for producing in-camera 4K time-lapse sequences. The sensor and processor also avail a top expanded sensitivity of ISO 25600 to support shooting in difficult lighting conditions, and sensor-shift-type 5-axis image stabilization also helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the sensor's design also incorporates 121 on-chip phase-detection points, all of which are cross-type, along with 121 contrast-detection areas for fast and precise focusing and subject tracking performance.
Complementing the imaging capabilities, the E-M1 Mark II also sports a durable magnesium alloy design that is weather-resistant for working in harsh climates. The body also features both a 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder and 3.0" 1.04m-dot vari-angle LCD touchscreen for intuitive control and working from a variety of angles. Built-in Wi-Fi further expands sharing and remote shooting capabilities, and dual SD card slots and a USB 3.0 Type C port expand file saving and tethered shooting options.
M. Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO Lens
The Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO Lens is a wide-angle to portrait-length zoom lens that is compatible with the Micro Four Thirds system. The 12-40mm focal length provides a 35mm-equivalent field of view of 24-80mm and a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture enables consistent low-light performance and shallow depth of field control throughout the zoom range.
The lens construction integrates an array of aspherical, extra-low dispersion, high-refractive index, and HD lens elements to provide a comprehensive reduction in chromatic aberrations and distortion while also contributing to high overall image sharpness, clarity, and color fidelity. A high-speed imager AF linear motor drive system provides fast, smooth, and quiet focusing performance and the MSC (Movie and Still Image Compatible) designation indicates this lens' suitability for use with fast-moving subjects and video applications. Additionally, a manual focus clutch enables quick, seamless shifting between auto and manual focus control.
Additionally, the lens features a dust-, freeze-, and drip-proof construction that is tailored to its use in inclement conditions.
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 21.8 Megapixel Effective: 20.3 Megapixel (5184 x 3888) |
Sensor Type | 17.4 x 13 mm (Four Thirds) MOS |
Crop Factor | 2x |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Built-In ND Filter | None |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter, Electronic Shutter |
Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 60 Seconds Up to 3 Hour in Bulb Mode Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/320 to 60 Seconds Up to 30 Minutes in Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/16000 to 60 Seconds |
Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode, Time Mode |
ISO Sensitivity | 200 to 25,600 in Auto Mode (Extended: 100 to 25,600) |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | -2 to 20 EV |
White Balance | Presets: Auto, Color Temperature |
Continuous Shooting | Mechanical Shutter Up to 8.7 fps at 20.3 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG) Mechanical Shutter Up to 5 fps at 20.3 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG) Electronic Shutter Up to 15 fps at 20.3 MP for up to 42 Frames (Raw) / 49 Frames (JPEG) Electronic Shutter Up to 6.3 fps at 20.3 MP for up to 945 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG) Up to 18 fps at 20.4 MP |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/12-Second Delay |
Image Sizes | 4:3 Raw 5184 x 3888 4:3 JPEG 5188 x 3888 3200 x 2400 2560 x 1920 1920 x 1440 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 1024 x 768 |
Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 12-Bit |
Recording Modes | H.264/MOV UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p [102 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/119.88p [18 to 52 Mb/s] HD (1280 x 720) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [10 to 26 Mb/s] HD (1280 x 720) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p MOV HD (1280 x 720) at 119.88p [237 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p [102 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p HD (1280 x 720) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p |
Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes |
Video System | NTSC/PAL |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Audio Recording | 2-Channel LPCM Audio |
External Recording Modes | HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 29.97p |
IP Streaming | None |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Video I/O | 1 x Micro-HDMI Output |
Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
Other I/O | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) 1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input 1 x PC Sync Socket Output |
Power I/O | 1 x USB Type-C Input/Output |
Wireless | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Size | 3.0" |
Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
Display Type | 180° Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
Resolution | 2,360,000 Dot |
Eye Point | 19.2 mm |
Coverage | 100% |
Magnification | Approx. 0.67x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection: 121 (121 Cross-Type) Contrast Detection: 121 |
Flash Modes | Fill Flash, Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
Guide Number | 16.73' / 5.1 m at ISO 100 |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/250 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Operating Temperature | 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C |
Operating Humidity | 30 to 90% |
Storage Humidity | 10 to 90% |
Battery Type | 1 x BLH-1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.4 VDC, 1720 mAh |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.79 x 3.32 x 1.93" / 121.7 x 84.4 x 49 mm |
Weight | 1.1 lb / 498 g (Body Only) 1.3 lb / 574 g (Body with Battery and Memory Card) |
Reviews (Limited Edition) Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (Silver) (Olympus Malaysia)