OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II High Speed Micro Four Thirds Camera User Guide
- July 25, 2024
- OM SYSTEM
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OM-1 Mark II High Speed Micro Four Thirds Camera
User Guide
OM-1 Mark II High Speed Micro Four Thirds Camera
Preface
This Quick Guide provides a quick introductory overview of the OM-1 Mark II.
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Overview
Portability Portability is essential for all adventurers, who take all
efforts to get the image. The OM-1 Mark II offers, together with the M.Zuiko
lenses, an unrivaled portability, as it produces the highest image quality in
a small and lightweight body. Compared to 35mm camera the equivalent lenses
are much smaller and lighter.
This gives you the possibility of agile handheld shooting even with long tele
lenses and allows photographers to take advantage of the mobility of the
system
Carrying lighter gear gives you more energy. More shooting flexibility. More
ways to express yourself. You’re free to shoot longer so you can nail the best
shot and enjoy your photography more. Weathersealed
IP53
When you call nature your home and you are shooting in the wild it is
essential that your camera can withstand all natural forces. The OM-1 Mark II
is sealed with cast rings to ensure an IP53 dustproof and splashproof
performance to give you the confidence that you can take your photos in the
roughest conditions.
Interface
Super Control Panel Photo
All shooting options can be accessed via the Super Control Panel (SCP). It
enables a quick and comfortable way to get an overview of all settings and an
easy way to adjust them. You activate the SCP as an overlay by pressing the OK
button. If you shoot with the viewfinder, you can display the SCP by pressing
the Live View Button. That allows you to take control over all your camera
settings. The touchscreen makes the operation easy, quick, and comfortable.
Super Control Panel Video Viewfinder Interface Navigation
Modes
The mode dial is the main control of your camera and defines in which shooting
mode you are working. Here you can decide how your camera should work and
support your shooting style. Decide whether you would like to work in fully
automatic mode or completely manual. PASM
P Mode
Use the P mode when you would like to let the camera decide on aperture and
exposure time. However, you have always the option to overrule the settings.
A Mode
Use A mode when you would like to control the aperture and the depth of field
in the image. You don’t have to worry about the shutter speed as the camera is
choosing the one fitting to your aperture. S Mode
Use S mode when you would like to control the shutter speed in case you are
shooting fast moving object. You don’t have to worry about the aperture as the
camera is choosing the one fitting to your shutter speed. M Mode
For total control choose the M Mode. In this mode you select shutter speed and
aperture as you want. The OM-1 Mark II shows in the viewfinder and / or
monitor how the exposure of the final image will look like, that you are able
to control the result before you take the image. B Mode
The B Mode gives a quick and easy access to the “Live Modes“:The camera shows
you how the images develops and you can stop exposure as soon as it is well
exposed.
“Live Composite” only adds composites of the sections with changes in
brightness.
“Live Bulb” keeps the shutter open while the shutter release button is
pressed.
“Live Time” opens the shutter on the first push and closes it on the second
push of the shutter release button.
Auto Focus
1053 point all Cross Quad Pixel AF
The more autofocus tracking points, the better. That’s why the OM-1 Mark II
has 1,053 point all Cross Quad Pixel AF for high-precision focusing. Every
point is cross-type, enabling detection of vertical and horizontal lines for
unmatched accuracy. It covers 100% of the image area and gives you more
freedom to decide where to focus. It’s advanced autofocusing technology that
ensures you’ll capture it all, anytime, anywhere. Full Customizable AF
AF customization makes it possible to individually set the AF target and AF
area position for vertical and horizontal shooting. AF areas can be defined
and placed anywhere to deal with subject movement.
Shift your AF areas quickly and easily with the multi selector while looking
through the viewfinder even during sequential shooting or video recording.
AF menu > 5. AF Target Settings & Operations > AF Target Mode Settings AI
Detection AF
The improved algorithm is developed by using deep learning technology – a kind
of artificial intelligence. It detects specific subjects and focuses on and
tracks the optimal points.
The TruePic X Image Processors make real-time processing possible during
sequential shooting.
The camera can quickly track subjects that move unpredictably. You can either
use C-AF or S-AF mode. AF menu > 2. AF > Subject Detection
Features
Don’t just dream the night away.
Capture it with Starry Sky AF.
No more guesswork or complicated manual focusing when capturing the night sky.
Starry Sky AF makes astrophotography accessible through a dedicated night sky
auto-focusing mode. Combine it with other computational photography features
like Live Composite and a galaxy of possibilities is just a click away!
Focus Stacking
Get as close as you want without having to stop down your aperture to keep
everything sharp. Choose how deep you want the focus to be and let the camera
do the work of combining the images. Whether you’re doing extreme macro or low
light landscapes, this feature allows you to maximize your depth of field
without resorting to higher ISOs or F-values. Live ND
Make the most of moving subjects by changing how you see motion with LiveND.
With up to ND128, you can transform what seems like a seemingly mundane moment
into a magical one — even with the widest of0 lenses. Pro-Capture
Capturing action that lasts a fraction of a second is1 nearly impossible. But
not with our Pro Capture Mode.
When you press the shutter button down halfway, it begins buffering a running
series of photos at 120fps.
When you see the moment you want, fully press the shutter and the camera saves
that moment plus the buffered shots. Never miss a shot again because of a slow
reaction. No more clumsy filters
Introducing the new LiveGND, our Graduated Neutral Density filter for creative
freedom to position the graduation precisely as you like.
Available in GND 2, 4 and 8.
M.Zuiko Lens Lineup
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were born from a commitment to image quality and precision. Compact,
lightweight construction ensures superior results while helping you enjoy your
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