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(FT5) Guess why Olympus didn’t improve focus peaking on the E-P5.

May 22, 2014
Rumors
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The trusted source who shared the E-P5 firmware update in advance just shared some more tidbits:

He says the Focus peaking update was going to happen but a decision was made to leave that to a future model rather than update this model. I guess this means Olympus wants the soon to be announced E-Pl7 to have this feature to mark a more clear distance between the new and older PEN models.

I would have prefered a more “Fuji alike” firmware approach. Full intensive support and improvement of all current cameras. It’s a great way to create affiliation don’t you think so Olympus?

Reminder: 20% off on all refurbished MFT stuff at GetOlympus (Click here and use coupon code “SUMMER” at checkout).

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GH4 Live Webcast Discussion at BH. Send in your questions for Panasonic!

May 22, 2014
news
19 Comments

For once you have the chance to get in contact with Panasonic directly by sending your questions at BHphoto (Click here). You can follow the live webcast with Panasonic (and get their answers) on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Just curious, what would you like to know from Panasonic???

New GX7 firmware update released!

May 22, 2014
news
38 Comments

It’s really all about firmware updates this week :)
Panasonic just released the new GX7 1.3 firmware (download here) which fixed this:

Connection problem with Apple iOS devices via Wi-Fi is fixed.
Improved stability of startup process in the use of UHS-I compliant SD memory card.

(FT5) “Emergency” E-P5 firmware update coming soon (still no E-M5 firmware).

May 22, 2014
Rumors
19 Comments

I have been told form a very reliable sources Olympus is working on an emergency E-P5 firmware update release. What I don’t know is what exactly will be fixed by the fw. Like you know last week Olympus released the new E-P5 fw with 0 shock addition.

And again, no E-M5 firmware update yet to come:( A bit frustrating. Hope Olympus will listen to current E-M5 users and add the 0 shock feature for them too!

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20% off on all Olympus refurbished cameras and lenses (E-M1 for $831 only).

May 21, 2014
deals
9 Comments

I just got an email from Olympus saying they are offering 20% off on all refurbished MFT stuff at GetOlympus (Click here and use coupon code “SUMMER” at checkout). For example the E-M1 (Click here) will cost you $831 only after using the coupon code!

You can use the coupon code on these cameras and these lenses.

Olympus E-PM2 with two MFT lenses and free SD card for $299! Black 25mm in Stock at Amazon.

May 21, 2014
deals
3 Comments

The Silver E-Pm2 with two MFT lenses and free SD card sells for $299 only at Adorama (Click here). That’s $200 off compared to the usual price.

The Black 25mm f/1.8 lens is finally back in Stock at Amazon US (Click here). It was almost one month the lens wasn’t in Stock!

Panasonic GH4 is now in Stock at Panasonic US online store (Click here).

New Panasonic GH4 test roundup!

May 21, 2014
reviews
2 Comments

The Panasonic GH4 is now in Stock at Panasonic US online store (Click here). More important plenty of 43rumors readers shared their GH4 findings. This is the roundup:

Panasonic GH4 TimeLapse Test by darwinfish105 on Youtube.
Slow Food Slow Life in Kyoto by The Electric Bends on Vimeo.
GH4 review at Photobyrichard.
Panasonic GH4 gallery images: the flagship ILC and 4K-shooting monster hits the streets of New Orleans (Imaging Resource).
GH4 field diary by Outbackphoto.

Giulio: “A full week of free GH4 and Hybrid Photography training in Los Angles. http://www.smallcamerabigpicture.com/week-complete-gh4-hybrid-training-la/”

Ryan: “Hey guys, I shot a brief test with the GH4 and Defy G2 in the Bahamas on Sunday…I figured I’d share with you. I was going for a filmic look to contrast a lot of the footage I’ve seen so far from this camera: https://vimeo.com/95246522. Settings: Natural with contrast -5, saturation -2, sharpness -5 shadow/highlight curves adjusted based on available light I’m shooting a 3 min short in a state park with actors to test skin tones, cinematic shots & slow-mo. I’ll send that over when it’s done if you’re interested.”

Alexandre: “I’m a huge fan of your blog. I think I’m visiting it 5-10 times a day. Recently I received my GH4 and I had the opportunity to shoot a full day in some nice and natural places. It’s a short test on GH4 4K in few conditions using Nokton 25mm 0.95 lens, Noktor and Nikon lenses. I’m not a professionnal and I really hope to be able to test Lausanne in the city, during the evening or the night to have some nice low light tests. If you want or estimate it’s good enough to share it, it would be an honor and pleasure! Here is the link ; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHXuiTOtj1s. The video is still in processing for 35 minutes. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Have a nice day, and wish you all the best! Bonne continuation!“