OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1 Mark II: The Speedy MFT
The key features of the OM-D E-M1 Mark II read like a wish list of the ideal, versatile camera every photographer has dreamt of: It meets the demands of serious enthusiasts in every photography field and serves professionals in wildlife, documentary and travel with its high-speed performance, mobility and image quality.
Olympus OM-D E-M1 (on sale October 2013), a flagship model of the Olympus OM-D series, features a reliable dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (-10°C) design for shooting in difficult shooting conditions. It is equipped with DUAL FAST AF which allows the camera to set optimal contrast AF and On-chip Phase Detection AF, along with the high-performance TruePic VII image processor, making it a Compact System Camera with pro-level performance and it has been supported by many users.
Later firmware updates added features such as Live Composite and Focus Stacking, and along with the excellent optical performance of dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (-10°C) design of the M.Zuiko PRO lens series, a high-performance camera system has grown to meet the needs of users. The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is equipped with the newly developed high-speed TruePic VIII image processor that is 3.5 times faster than previous processors, and the new 20.4 Megapixel Live MOS sensor equipped with a 121-point all cross-type On-chip Phase Detection AF sensor for better image quality and faster speed than ever before. Even in AF and AE tracking, a maximum 18 fps high-speed sequential shooting is possible at 20.4 Megapixel for both excellent image quality and high-speed performance.
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is packed with an array of shooting features making new types of imaging expression possible. This includes Pro Capture Mode for time lag-free shooting of split-second moments, 50M High Res. Shot for a clear high resolution image quality, 5-axis Image Stabilisation with a maximum of 5.5 shutter speed steps of compensation performance, and 5-axis sync IS for a maximum of 6.5 shutter speed steps of compensation when combined with the latest M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4.0 IS PRO. The dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (-10°C) performance in a compact, lightweight design provides a high level of both reliability and mobility, and we are proud to offer this new flagship model to all the people who love photography.
Main Features
High-speed sequential shooting and AF performance for capturing split-second moments, and maximum 18 fps sequential shooting performance in AF/AE tracking
Dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (-10°C) performance in a compact, lightweight design for both excellent mobility and reliability
Excellent image quality achieved with the high-speed TruePic VIII image processor and 20.4 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
Advanced in-body 5-axis Image Stabilization and electronic stabilization provide beautiful hand-held image quality and support for 4K-compatible OM-D Movie
Silent mode and other original Olympus shooting features expand the realms of shooting
It is the fastest in its category with unprecedented sequential shooting performance and a breathtakingly fast new autofocus system, and it is part of a holistic approach including professional accessories, PRO lenses and a dedicated service approach.
