Testseek.co.uk have collected 89 expert reviews of the Olympus OM-D E-M1 2 and the average rating is 90%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Olympus OM-D E-M1 2.
December 2016
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89 Reviews
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180 Reviews
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The editors liked
Unshakable image stabilization
Bulletproof weather
Sealing
Laser
Accurate autofocus
Extraordinary in-body image stabilisation system allows handholding at unprecedented shutter speeds
Class-leading continuous shooting performance
Impressive continuous autofocus and tracking
Superb build quality and handling
Very fast
Quick autofocus
Articulated touchscreen
Image stabilisation is unreal
Mechanical and electronic shutter shooting modes
Can be customised to the nth degree
Ever expanding lens choice
Sharp images at low to mid ISO settings
Great build quality
Very fast performance
Incredible in-body image stabilization
Professional quality 4K video
The editors didn't like
Pricey compared to rivals
Dense menu systems
As expensive as some full
Frame cameras
Or more so
Menus and configuration hugely over-complicated
Image quality lags behind APS-C peers
High price compared to its closest rivals
Image quality in low contrast light
Limited dynamic range in high contrast light
silent shutter is so discreet that it's easy to forget what shooting mode you're in
Published: 2017-02-24, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Up to 60fps Raw capture, In-body stabilization, Large, sharp EVF, Vari-angle touch-screen display, High-resolution capture mode, Robust lens system, Weather-sealed body, 4K video support, Optional vertical battery grip, Wi-Fi
Expensive, Only one SD slot supports UHS-II, Tracking focus ineffective at top speeds, 60fps shooting is limited in duration, Very bright charging LED, Omits built-in flash
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II shoots faster and does more than other high-end mirrorless cameras, but it's also more expensive...
Abstract: The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II was without a doubt one of the big stars at the Photokina 2016. It was primarily the remarkable speed of the camera that drew attention. The E-M1 Mark II can photograph at 60 frames per second in full resolution in RAW and jp...
Published: 2017-02-09, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Packed with a raft of high-end features, including 5-axis image stabilization, a new hybrid autofocus system, and a 50Mp high-res shot mode, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (E-M1 II) builds on what was already a popular and revered first model. The newly-de...
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Published: 2017-02-09, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: In part 2 of our review of best lenses for the Olympus OM-D E-M1 II (Olympus E-M1 II), we're looking at the performance of zoom lenses. More versatile than a fixed focal length prime, zoom lenses offer the convenience of a range of focal lengths in a sing...
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Published: 2017-01-20, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Although consortium partner Panasonic has since announced the video-centric Lumix DMC-GH5 at the same price point, at around $2,000, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mk II seems at odds with the previously competitive pricing of the Four Thirds models. All the same...
Fast and accurate focusing with moving subjects, Superb stabilisation system, Innovative features,
High price, Comparatively small sensor limits scope to restrict depth of field, High Res Shot mode still a tripod only mode
Having shot extensively with the Olympus OM-D E-M 1 Mark II, I'm very impressed with it. It's clearly capable of producing high quality images and the autofocusing is fast, making it suitable for shooting sport and action.As our Olympus OM-D E-M 1 Mark II...
Excellent image quality; Very good dynamic range & high ISO performance; Fantastic C-AF performance; Incredible burst rates, even with RAW; 4K UHD & Cinema 4K (DCI) video; Clean HDMI; Dual SD card slots,
Expensive; Menus still confusing; UHS-II support only on one card slot; No optical low-pass filter means greater risk of moire; No built-in flash,
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Published: 2016-12-30, Author: Sean , review by: theverge.com
Incredibly fast, Solid metal build, Wonderful image stabilization
Byzantine menu system, Hefty price tag, Small image sensor
Weather sealing, Autofocus capabilities are fantastic, Pretty good image quality, Nice ergonomics,
Price point
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