On top you can see the last leaked picture of the E-M10 on table with a hot coffee. The coffee is exactly what I need to wake up in a couple of hours at 6am London time. At that time Olympus will announce the E-M10, the three new MFT lenses and lot of new accessories.
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– 10pm Los Angeles time (still Jan 28 there)
– 1am New York time
– 7am (07.00) Berlin time
– 3pm (15:00) Tokyo time
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I’m already awake 😛 (GMT+8)
Anyway I will be keeping close tabs here for more news and info.
My next camera will probably be either a GX7 or whatever Oly throws out. Can’t wait.
I’m willing to bet there will also be an announcement of a firmware update for the EM5. A very reputable source on the street told me to watch for it tomorrow.
yeah to updated or fix a feature no one give a dam about.. as usual.
No one gives a damn about you, that’s for sure.
E-M10 looks best design camera in M43.
That looks like a good camera. THe protruding grip seems to stick out a little more. The new kit lens is really nice form factor. I really hate how Olympus makes compact lens with that switch to lock the lens before you can collapse it. It’s annoying.
I’m really looking forward to the m10, my girlfriend has the m5 and it’s awesome, I just wish it had focus peaking. If they patch that into the m5 though… I know what I’m buying, if not, the m10!
So it looks and handles like an E-M5 but the dimensions have been changed by a matter of millimetres so that the existing grip and power-grip aren’t compatible… this is why Oly gets bad press!
This should have been the E-M5 II with the updated imaging processor and the VF-4, instead we get a camera designed by the accountants! Integrated flash plus that kit-lens would have made for a compelling incremental update but alas.
Olympus have always had over complicated lineups and it seems that they’re sticking with that tradition, shame given that the E-M1 & 5 have been universally praised. & given the rumour of the rumoured E-M5 replacement, I guess my E-30 gets yet another reprieve — by the by the E-M1 is perfect but I can’t justify the outlay, photography is only a hobby.
@Tom, chill a bit….things are what they are, you buy what suits, not what doesn’t. That includes budget of course. Good to see you are still managing fine with the E-30….I managed 3 years with my E-PL1.
Personally, I ‘m glad that Olympus seems to be slowing down the revamp cycle. The E-M5 was released Feb 2012, it’s not yet 2 years old.
My disappointment with this E-M10 is the lack of on sensor PDAF. That’s something that wouldn’t cost them much extra, and is really needed in a m43 camera to compete with DSLR’s. It’s the one point of difference that puts of well researched soccer Mums and Dads. It’s interesting that Fuji has committed to OS PDAF.
I live in the Middle East, where budget isn’t an issue for most expat parents. My son was at a rugby tournament in Dubai last weekend, and I brought along my E-M1. Well…..I thought I had it disguised by not using the issued “advertising” strap. No such luck! I was chatting to DSLR users all weekend, and many of them tried it out, in burst mode, C-AF. Seemed impressed enough, and certainly my photos seem as good or better than most of the others on the team’s Facebook page. One guy at least is considering selling his Canon & big white lens.
I agree that you should be waiting before you upgrade your E-30. Wait for the OS PDAF at a suitable price point, otherwise you’ll be stepping down a grade in terms of functionality.
The so is most important is focus peaking on E-M10, them vast majority of 4/3 lens so is in use, can also use with m43 camera so only have CDAF focus.
Sorry Tom, but you forgot to ask Olympus for a Tom model (along with all the other Tom Dick & Harrys). You seem to have lost the plot. THIS ISN’T AN E-M5 REPLACEMENT & WAS NEVER MEANT TO BE! Get it mate, IT’S AN ENTRY LEVEL OM-D! and if you don’t want it then TOUGH! There are many others that have been waiting for this model.
Spot on, Ross!
for 400€ I might consider it
Pretty cool, but I’m not sure I’d get this over an E-M5. The plus, has improved image processor, neatly concealed built-in flash unit much like the Stylus 1, and tiny bit more inconspicuous being just a little more compact than the E-M5. Other than that, the E-M5 has the 5-axis IBIS and IQ should be nearly identical.. all the improved image corrections that is in the E-M10 should be pretty easily corrected in post, anyways. That 5-axis IBIS could really make a big enough difference in getting a clean shot, though, not to mention better weather sealing is also a plus of the E-M5.
+1 unless this camera costs much less than rumored, or has some hidden wow factors, it doesn’t seem to make much sense, given the current price of the EM5
That’s the choice you can make, but if you think Olympus should introduce this model at a two year old street price (which is what the E-M5 is at now), then you are just kidding yourself. You can have this ‘shiny new’ model or an older, higher level one (that doesn’t have some of the later features) for a bit more (assuming that may be the case).
For me, the most important features are ergonomics, IQ and fun factor. From our present, limited view, this camera appears to be roughly the same as the EM5 in those areas (slight improvements). But it also sacrifices weather sealing, a couple of axes (if that matters, but Olympus would have you believe it does) and these are also important areas for me.
I like the built in flash instead of the clip on. For me, focus peaking and WiFi are less essential, but seem to be baseline requirements anyway for mid and higher end cameras in this system these days, so a marketing requirement I just kind of expect.
I can’t help but feel that they’ve made a mistake with the EM10 if it doesn’t cost US$599 body, 699 with kit lens.
Others may prefer the focus peaking, wifi and flash to my own priorities. I’m hoping that the camera succeeds as an entry into the OMD line, or as a backup body to the EM1. That would be good for everyone. But this camera doesn’t speak to me, and I’m pretty G.A.S. inclined. I’m guessing I’m not alone…
Just don’t expect every camera Olympus produces to be your next camera.
And I’m waiting for the first “epic fail” pronouncement. Should be coming along anytime now from our usual suspects.
I’ve been waiting and waiting for Olympus to release a camera with features similar to the several-year-old e-m5, but with somewhat worse image stabilization.
I’m so glad my wait is almost over.
Sounds just like a stupid dandy response!
If this was like a Nikon D300(s) or Canon 7D refresh cycle then I would give you several years. The EM5 will be 2 in Feb.
BTW, the first OM-D, the E-M5 was announced on 8th Feb 2012. Mmmmm… severals years hey? Sounds like a right dandy exaggeration! 😉
Is that a lump of sugar in front of the coffee cup? I can’t believe there’s no option with this camera for Sweet N Low!!! I’m selling my gear and buying a Fuji!
But this camera is sure to be faster at focussing though. 😉
Oh yeah. And the lens selection and lens sizes. Nevermind! 😉
It looks like the EM-5’s sexy little jailbait sister
Too bad the photo is horribly overexposed though
Overexposed? Oh, that’s right, rumor has it that it was shot with a Canon G1X.
I mean the Panasonic GX1
My guess, $799, body only.
A ripoff.
Just like your mother was ripped off when you showed up! 😀
MrALLCRAP, no one gives a damn what you think.
…and even less about what I think!
I wonder about the price
yep..same here
but didnt wake up due to todays anouncement, but due to my early morning run …as I dont expect any big positive surprise here 🙂
If olympus wanted to sell a lot of these they should start by giving it pdaf, price it at 599/ 699(kit) and then market the crap out of it.
Personally I love my EM1. Just waiting for one more generation improvement in high ISO and dynamic range and a bit more resolution and I can ditch my dslr and trunk of heavy glass.