Micro Four Thirds User Forum http://www.mu-43.com/ en Sat, 18 May 2013 11:28:49 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.mu-43.com/images/misc/rss.jpg Micro Four Thirds User Forum http://www.mu-43.com/ Lightroom $69.94 at Newegg http://www.mu-43.com/f89/lightroom-69-94-newegg-46401/ Sat, 18 May 2013 11:22:22 GMT The first shellshocker today is Lightroom plus Malware bytes for $70. It's good all day today.

Newegg.com - Shell Shocker Deal. Exclusive Jaw Dropping Savings on PC Components and Electronics. ]]> Found Deals - Find a Great Deal? Share It Here. jziegler http://www.mu-43.com/f89/lightroom-69-94-newegg-46401/ Novoflex MiniConnect mounts ??? http://www.mu-43.com/f67/novoflex-miniconnect-mounts-46400/ Sat, 18 May 2013 09:08:23 GMT Has anybody ever tried the MiniConnect mounts from Novoflex? Novoflex - MiniConnect... Has anybody ever tried the MiniConnect mounts from Novoflex?

Novoflex - MiniConnect

Novoflex - MiniConnect MR

I am currently looking for a smaller/lighter quick release system for my m4/3 bodies. These look good but too expensive to just experiment. If you have used them or even seen them in person please let me know what you think. Thanks! ]]> Accessories speedandstyle http://www.mu-43.com/f67/novoflex-miniconnect-mounts-46400/ 1st Quarter Moon at 150X in HD with GH3 http://www.mu-43.com/f95/1st-quarter-moon-150x-hd-gh3-46399/ Sat, 18 May 2013 08:14:16 GMT Fly over the lunar landscape form the North to South pole. Taken thru a 155mm aperture refractor telescope using a GH3 camera. See scores of... Fly over the lunar landscape form the North to South pole. Taken thru a 155mm aperture refractor telescope using a GH3 camera. See scores of craters, mountains, canyons, and lunar flatlands.

]]> Video to Share jdbastro http://www.mu-43.com/f95/1st-quarter-moon-150x-hd-gh3-46399/ Muffler Man http://www.mu-43.com/f56/muffler-man-46398/ Sat, 18 May 2013 07:54:47 GMT This is the Muffler Man, dressed up in cap and bib to honor the start of the Amgen Tour of California bike race that kicked off in my town last... This is the Muffler Man, dressed up in cap and bib to honor the start of the Amgen Tour of California bike race that kicked off in my town last weekend.These fiberglass 25 ft. tall advertising men can still be found all over the US.This one has been at this corner since the early 60's.The muffler shop is a bit of a relic as well.It's business has been mostly reduced to working on vintage cars.I caught this old fire truck as it passed by the shop.


Muffler Man by spinyman, on Flickr



Joor Muffler Man by HIGH CONTRAST1, on Flickr



Red fire truck by spinyman, on Flickr
OM-D/P25 ]]> Scenic, Architecture, and Travel spinyman http://www.mu-43.com/f56/muffler-man-46398/ Cubs vs Rockies. http://www.mu-43.com/f88/cubs-vs-rockies-46397/ Sat, 18 May 2013 05:16:37 GMT Here are some shots from the game. I should have upped the ISO a little bit to get a faster shutter speed, but didn't think of it at the time.

Here's Eric Young Jr. looking at a ball.
Cubs vs Rox-132

Cubs vs Rox-135

Carlos Gonzalez pulling some Matrix dodging.
Cubs vs Rox-191

Todd Helton hitting a foul ball, I liked the bouncing with the dirt flying up.
Cubs vs Rox-300

Cubs vs Rox-301

Cubs vs Rox-302 ]]> Other Genres woody112704 http://www.mu-43.com/f88/cubs-vs-rockies-46397/ Quick look at Gariz Half-case for the OM-D http://www.mu-43.com/f67/quick-look-gariz-half-case-om-d-46396/ Sat, 18 May 2013 04:12:18 GMT Hi all,

This is my first time doing anything like this, but I thought I'd give it a go. Not really a full-fledged review - just a look, and maybe a minor rant :biggrin:


Any thoughts or comments are appreciated!

Daros ]]> Accessories darosk http://www.mu-43.com/f67/quick-look-gariz-half-case-om-d-46396/ Novoflex 600mm lens http://www.mu-43.com/f35/novoflex-600mm-lens-46395/ Sat, 18 May 2013 03:52:32 GMT What would be the advantage (or otherwise) of using the Novoflex 600mm f8 lens vs the Oly 75-300mm lens, for shooting wildlife. Have the Novoflex... What would be the advantage (or otherwise) of using the Novoflex 600mm f8 lens vs the Oly 75-300mm lens, for shooting wildlife. Have the Novoflex system with the 600mm and 400mm and now am looking at 75-300mm Oly, and trying to decide. Have the tripod, gimball, etc. for Novoflex and yes it's heavy but as a prime, can use a Telextender. Any thoughts? ]]> Open Discussion davimack http://www.mu-43.com/f35/novoflex-600mm-lens-46395/ The Northern Crested Caracara http://www.mu-43.com/f54/northern-crested-caracara-46394/ Sat, 18 May 2013 02:44:55 GMT Quite a few of these here in Texas....Still feeling out the M. Zuiko 75-300 II. This was taken as follows: -See the bird in the air -Do a U-Turn... Quite a few of these here in Texas....Still feeling out the M. Zuiko 75-300 II.
This was taken as follows:

-See the bird in the air
-Do a U-Turn
-Pull over to the side of the road
-Grab camera
-Roll down window
-Take a shot

:biggrin:


The Northern Crested Caracara by RedTail_Panther, on Flickr ]]> Nature RT_Panther http://www.mu-43.com/f54/northern-crested-caracara-46394/ <![CDATA[[FS] E-PM1 setup with 14-42 kit zoom and grip | Location: Maryland | Ships: USA]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/e-pm1-setup-14-42-kit-zoom-grip-location-maryland-ships-usa-46393/ Sat, 18 May 2013 02:15:31 GMT E-PM1 setup with 14-42 kit zoom and grip
*Prices*
$190
*Location*
...]]>
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Selling
E-PM1 setup with 14-42 kit zoom and grip

Prices
$190

Location
Maryland

Ships to
USA

Description
E-PM1 setup in perfect working order purchased in late March 2013. I added a G2 grip to the front. Kit lens was never used. Still has tape on the front. All items included. Still under warranty until March 2014. Strap, battery charger, and cables were never opened. Flash was used less than 10 shots.

Paypal fees and remaining shipping charges included in price.

Payment accepted
  • Regular PayPal (fee included in price)
  • Personal check
  • Personal/Gift PayPal (violates PayPal policy and no buyer protection)
Shipping method
UPS ground with tracking

Shipping charge
$10 for good packaging and UPS shipping

Handling time
1 business day (more if using a check)

References
ebay chris_5107

Additional comments
  • Will ship only to the address on the PayPal transaction details page
  • Buyer must have a PayPal confirmed address
Acknowledgement
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.

Attached Images
 
]]> nuclearboy http://www.mu-43.com/f17/e-pm1-setup-14-42-kit-zoom-grip-location-maryland-ships-usa-46393/ How do you hold/support your camera? http://www.mu-43.com/f42/how-do-you-hold-support-your-camera-46392/ Sat, 18 May 2013 01:46:27 GMT As an offshoot to the thread about whether people want the OMD- EM5 successor to be bigger.... How many people here support the camera by the... As an offshoot to the thread about whether people want the OMD- EM5 successor to be bigger....

How many people here support the camera by the lens, and how many support the camera by the body mostly?

I'm suspecting the ones who primarily support the camera by the body prefer a bigger body to support/balance the lens. But I've always been taught to support by the lens, especially if the lens is heavy. So for me, a small size body, no matter how disproportionate to the lens, would make no difference to my handling of taking photos. Also, I don't have to worry about stressing the mount in that case. By the way, when I first learned photography, I held it by the body. Over time, I switched.

I've made it no secret that I'm against micro 4/3rds moving towards bigger bodies--but perhaps that's because I'm a "lens supporter" (being near pocketable helps my preference as well).

So just curious. ]]> Olympus Cameras noohoggin1 http://www.mu-43.com/f42/how-do-you-hold-support-your-camera-46392/ <![CDATA[[FS/FT] EPL2 with 4 batteries. Final price: 180€ shipped worldwide or trade for mz12-50]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/epl2-4-batteries-final-price-180-shipped-worldwide-trade-mz12-50-a-46391/ Sat, 18 May 2013 01:30:03 GMT E-PL2 -- PS-BLS1 batteries
I don't know how to edit the title so I start a new post....]]>
Buy & Sell Listing - Want to Sell
Selling
E-PL2 -- PS-BLS1 batteries



I don't know how to edit the title so I start a new post. Will close both when completed.

Prices


180 euros shipped worldwide (registered with track number)


Location
Europe

Ships to
Worldwide

Description


Black EPL-2 body in very good condition. With original battery plus other 3 (two of them are PS-BLS1 but are compatible without any problem)

The PS-BLS1 batteries barely used (retail $36 each).

No VF-2 or lens included, already sold.









Payment accepted
  • Bank transfer
  • Regular PayPal (buyer adds 3% for this option)
  • Personal/Gift PayPal (violates PayPal policy and no buyer protection)
Shipping method

Regular post, registered with tracking number.
Shipping will take about 7-10 days, maybe longer depending on country.

Shipping charge
Free!

Handling time
1-2 days after payment received

Additional comments
  • Would trade for 12-50 or open to other trade offers
Acknowledgement
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.
]]> threebees http://www.mu-43.com/f17/epl2-4-batteries-final-price-180-shipped-worldwide-trade-mz12-50-a-46391/ PANASONIC G VARIO 45-200mm f4-5.6 MEGA OIS/4/3 MICRO/OPENBOX/$1 http://www.mu-43.com/f93/panasonic-g-vario-45-200mm-f4-5-6-mega-ois-4-3-micro-openbox-1-a-46390/ Sat, 18 May 2013 00:50:04 GMT
$52.00 (10 Bids)
End Date: Sunday May-19-2013 17:01:04 PDT
Bid now  |  Add to watch list


More... ]]> Ebay Listings Ebay RSS http://www.mu-43.com/f93/panasonic-g-vario-45-200mm-f4-5-6-mega-ois-4-3-micro-openbox-1-a-46390/ Hello, new to MFT http://www.mu-43.com/f69/hello-new-mft-46389/ Sat, 18 May 2013 00:30:49 GMT Hi,
I'm soon to be diving into MFT's with an OM-D.
Just wanted to say hi as I'm new to the forum.

cheers!
shawn r
from socal ]]> Welcomes and introductions opticagent http://www.mu-43.com/f69/hello-new-mft-46389/ <![CDATA[[WTB] Olympus 14-150 mm. Lens]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/olympus-14-150-mm-lens-46388/ Fri, 17 May 2013 23:45:32 GMT Trying to find mint Olympus 14-150mm. Lens. US or Canada Trying to find mint Olympus 14-150mm. Lens. US or Canada ]]> davimack http://www.mu-43.com/f17/olympus-14-150-mm-lens-46388/ Dirty brush - how to clean? http://www.mu-43.com/f67/dirty-brush-how-clean-46387/ Fri, 17 May 2013 23:39:24 GMT I have managed to make my lens cleaning brush dirty somehow - whenever I try to brush a lens with it, it leaves an unfortunate film which has to be... I have managed to make my lens cleaning brush dirty somehow - whenever I try to brush a lens with it, it leaves an unfortunate film which has to be removed with a lens cleaning cloth. It must, I think, have come about either by my touching the head of the brush when removing it from my pocket or by blowing on it to try to get dust out of it. Either way, is it possible to clean it? If so, how? ]]> Accessories jamespetts http://www.mu-43.com/f67/dirty-brush-how-clean-46387/ Focusing problem with Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75-300mm F4.8-6.7 II http://www.mu-43.com/f38/focusing-problem-olympus-m-zuiko-digital-ed-75-300mm-f4-8-6-7-ii-46386/ Fri, 17 May 2013 23:30:05 GMT I bought this lens recently. I just noticed that in manual focus mode no matter which way I turn the focus ring, the focus moves in the same... I bought this lens recently. I just noticed that in manual focus mode no matter which way I turn the focus ring, the focus moves in the same direction. I think the lens is defective, but I just wanted to check whether there was any camera/firmware issue which would cause this. I am using the lens with EPL1.

Thanks
Ninad ]]> Native Lenses ninad http://www.mu-43.com/f38/focusing-problem-olympus-m-zuiko-digital-ed-75-300mm-f4-8-6-7-ii-46386/ Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R Lens SILVER Micro 4/3rds http://www.mu-43.com/f93/olympus-m-zuiko-digital-14-42mm-f-3-5-5-6-ii-r-lens-silver-micro-4-3rds-46385/ Fri, 17 May 2013 22:30:02 GMT
$119.00
End Date: Friday May-24-2013 14:24:37 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $119.00
Buy it now  |  Add to watch list


More... ]]> Ebay Listings Ebay RSS http://www.mu-43.com/f93/olympus-m-zuiko-digital-14-42mm-f-3-5-5-6-ii-r-lens-silver-micro-4-3rds-46385/ New Olympus EP-# In The House http://www.mu-43.com/f42/new-olympus-ep-house-46384/ Fri, 17 May 2013 21:26:26 GMT I'm an owner of a brand new Olympus EP......wait for it.......3. That's right I just picked up a brand EP-3. I know the EP-5 is the latest and greatest and the EP-3 is yesterdays news. But, I still like the image quialty of my EPL1, but sometimes the controls drive me nuts. So that was the main reason for the upgrade. That and the 1080 video and of course that EP-3 body. I thought the price was such a great deal and i don't see it going much lower over the next couple of years. The EP-5 is to die for and I may own it at some point, but not at $1K.

I'm in a very strange place right now. I've been a Canon fan boy from day one. There has never been a day when I thought about another brand until the last couple of years. I've had serveral Canon bodies and lens over the yeas. When I got into compacts, of course they were Canon's. The Olympus EPL1 changed that for me. I started looking for a smaller system because I didn't always want to carry around 10 or 12 pound of camera gear. It's such a great time with so many compact systems on the market. I've always liked ranger finder type cameras. So that's one reason I like the PEN seris. But now I'm looking at the Fuji X seris. I don't know what it is about the E-X1 every time I see It I hear music. I don't know why because I've never taken a shot with it or for that matter even held one. So will I end up with an Olympus kit or a Fuji kit or both. I may pick up the X10/20 later this year to try out to see if the Fuji is for me. But for now the Canon gear isn't getting much love because of the new EP-3. ]]> Olympus Cameras BobbyD http://www.mu-43.com/f42/new-olympus-ep-house-46384/ <![CDATA[[COMPLETED] Olympus Pen FT 40mm f/1.4 lens | Location: USA | Ships: USA]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/olympus-pen-ft-40mm-f-1-4-lens-location-usa-ships-usa-46383/ Fri, 17 May 2013 21:24:51 GMT Olympus Pen FT 40mm f/1.4 lens
*Prices*
$210 shipped/pp'd to CONUS ...]]>
Buy & Sell Listing - Want to Sell
Selling
Olympus Pen FT 40mm f/1.4 lens

Prices
$210 shipped/pp'd to CONUS

Location
USA

Ships to
USA

Description
Olympus Pen F 40mm f/1.4

This is also the nicest copy of this lens I've ever seen. Great physical shape, glass is beautiful, and the blades move freely. HOWEVER, there is oil on the rear blades. This has no effect for 99% of people who will be using this on mirrorless cameras. Just an FYI.









Payment accepted
  • Regular PayPal (fee included in price)
Shipping method
USPS Priority Mail

Shipping charge
FREE!

Handling time
1 Business Day

References
Here, Fred Miranda, Ebay, all under lattiboy

Additional comments
-

Acknowledgement
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.
]]> lattiboy http://www.mu-43.com/f17/olympus-pen-ft-40mm-f-1-4-lens-location-usa-ships-usa-46383/ <![CDATA[[FS] GF-1 and 14mm f2.5 lens | Location: UK | Ships: UK]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/gf-1-14mm-f2-5-lens-location-uk-ships-uk-46382/ Fri, 17 May 2013 21:08:15 GMT GF-1 and 14mm f2.5 lens
*Prices*
GF1 : £100 ono Panasonic CGL2SE-K leather case...]]>
Buy & Sell Listing - Want to Sell
Selling
GF-1 and 14mm f2.5 lens

Prices
GF1 : £100 ono
Panasonic CGL2SE-K leather case for GF1: £20 ono
Panasonic 14mm f2.5 : £100 ono

Location
UK

Ships to
UK

Description
Panasonic GF1
Panasonic GF1 body in pristine, like-new condition. Rare white finish. Supplied boxed with manuals and all accessories.

£100 ono (make me an offer!)

Panasonic leather case CGL2SE-K
Near mint condition. Still smells of leather! Will fit GF1 and 14-42 kit lens or similar.

£25 ono (make me an offer)

Panasonic 14mm f2.5 lens
Pristine condition. No marks or scratches. Supplied with UV filter.

£110 ono (make me an offer)

All prices include shipping and Paypal fees.

100% feedback on eBay - user ID pdkaye

Will post pics over the coming weekend.

Payment accepted
  • Regular PayPal (fee included in price)
  • Bank transfer (no buyer protection)
Shipping method
RMSD or similar

Shipping charge
Included

Handling time
1-2 days

References
ebay: pdkaye

Additional comments
  • Open to reasonable offers below asking price
  • Will ship only to the address on the PayPal transaction details page
  • Buyer must have a PayPal confirmed address
Acknowledgement
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.
]]> pdk42 http://www.mu-43.com/f17/gf-1-14mm-f2-5-lens-location-uk-ships-uk-46382/ <![CDATA[`KONICA HEXANON AR 28mm F3.5 LENS TESTED & WORKS!!!! CLEAN!!! MICRO 4/3 LOOK!!!!]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f93/konica-hexanon-ar-28mm-f3-5-lens-tested-works-clean-micro-4-3-look-46381/ Fri, 17 May 2013 20:50:01 GMT
$39.99
End Date: Sunday Jun-16-2013 13:41:03 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $39.99
Buy it now  |  Add to watch list


More... ]]> Ebay Listings Ebay RSS http://www.mu-43.com/f93/konica-hexanon-ar-28mm-f3-5-lens-tested-works-clean-micro-4-3-look-46381/ E-P5 at Adorama expected at end of May. http://www.mu-43.com/f66/e-p5-adorama-expected-end-may-46380/ Fri, 17 May 2013 19:48:00 GMT I was following up on my pre-order E-P5 bundle deal with Adorama Customer Service this afternoon. This bundle comes with the body, a black 17mm 1.8... I was following up on my pre-order E-P5 bundle deal with Adorama Customer Service this afternoon. This bundle comes with the body, a black 17mm 1.8 and the VF-4 viewfinder for $1,449. They stated expected delivery to the store to be the last week of May! I have to admit, I'm excited :biggrin:

Looks like I will be selling off either my current silver 17mm w/ Silver Oly hood or part out the black one since I won't need both lol. I really like this deal, makes the E-P5 body at $720 considering the VF-4 goes for $280.:2thumbs: ]]> Member-Contributed News and Rumors rich9cinti http://www.mu-43.com/f66/e-p5-adorama-expected-end-may-46380/ Photo montage Image thread http://www.mu-43.com/f88/photo-montage-image-thread-46379/ Fri, 17 May 2013 19:45:56 GMT Fake photos or photo montage or "creative" edititing that doesn't qualify for a real photo.

That is really fun I think, just really time demanding, I hade some spare time now and made two quick here. Let's see yours also!
Attached Images
  
]]> Other Genres Danny_SWE http://www.mu-43.com/f88/photo-montage-image-thread-46379/ <![CDATA[Cruisin' the Dub]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f88/cruisin-dub-46378/ Fri, 17 May 2013 19:39:25 GMT Yesterday was the first of a monthly (runs from May to September) Cruisin' the Dub series in Brandon, MB. Took some snaps with my E-PM1 and Sigma 19mm before the event was halted by afternoon showers.

C&C's are most welcome. Thanks







]]> Other Genres audiodrive http://www.mu-43.com/f88/cruisin-dub-46378/ <![CDATA[[WTB] Olympus VF-2 | Location: USA]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/olympus-vf-2-location-usa-46377/ Fri, 17 May 2013 19:02:45 GMT Olympus VF-2
*Location*
USA
*Description*
Looking for a nice, used...]]>
Buy & Sell Listing - Want to Buy
Selling
Olympus VF-2

Location
USA

Description
Looking for a nice, used Olympus VF-2 for use with my E-PL2 and XZ-1.
Black or silver is OK.

Offering
-

References
-

Acknowledgment
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.
]]> RobertS http://www.mu-43.com/f17/olympus-vf-2-location-usa-46377/ <![CDATA[[FS] Sony RX1 camera w/ 2yr extended accidental warranty, charger | Location: USA | Ships: CONUS]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/sony-rx1-camera-w-2yr-extended-accidental-warranty-charger-location-usa-ships-conus-46375/ Fri, 17 May 2013 18:43:47 GMT Sony RX1 camera w/ 2yr extended accidental warranty, charger
*Prices*
$2350 ...]]>
Buy & Sell Listing - Want to Sell
Selling
Sony RX1 camera w/ 2yr extended accidental warranty, charger

Prices
$2350

Location
USA

Ships to
CONUS

Description
Sony RX1 camera in good condition for $2350

price includes shipping and paypal fee (CONUS only)

comes with everything from original box and also generic charger and two extra generic batteries

hand strap in picture will also be included.

front lens is clean and lcd has Puremate (best in korea) protector on.

comes with Sony 2 year extended accidental damage warranty. started on april 2013.

as seen in picture, box is not in good condition due to the fact that
camera has been sent to sony repair center right out of box due to mainboard issue.

There hasn't been an issue since repair.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/...l_P5163665.JPG

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/...l_P5163666.JPG

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/...l_P5163667.JPG

Payment accepted
  • Regular PayPal (fee included in price)
Shipping method
-

Shipping charge
-

Handling time
-

References
-

Additional comments
-

Acknowledgement
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.
]]> kimmonoj http://www.mu-43.com/f17/sony-rx1-camera-w-2yr-extended-accidental-warranty-charger-location-usa-ships-conus-46375/ Leiden @ Sunset http://www.mu-43.com/f56/leiden-sunset-46374/ Fri, 17 May 2013 18:25:48 GMT Thanks for looking. Image: http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8132/8747274189_0796122361_o.jpg Thanks for looking.

]]> Scenic, Architecture, and Travel jjviegas http://www.mu-43.com/f56/leiden-sunset-46374/ Applying for my Olympian Citizenship... http://www.mu-43.com/f42/applying-my-olympian-citizenship-46373/ Fri, 17 May 2013 17:30:34 GMT Fellow Olympians.... I would like to apply for the Olympian Citizenship. I have rid myself of the heavy monstrous DSLR equipment... My camera bag... Fellow Olympians....

I would like to apply for the Olympian Citizenship. I have rid myself of the heavy monstrous DSLR equipment... My camera bag is filled with light weight PEN cameras... The touch screen of my E-P3s are amazing.. The AF of the 3rd Gen bodies is out of this world (circa 2011)... My trusty E-PL2 is built like a tank!!! And my Paypal gear fund is overflowing!!!!
My photographic creativity has been renewed it has become my addiction, my meaning of existence..

I am here to serve the Nation...

WILL YOU ACCEPT ME?

P.S. Sorry for the dramatics... I am just really happy to be 100% Oly.. :):2thumbs: ]]> Olympus Cameras edwardconde http://www.mu-43.com/f42/applying-my-olympian-citizenship-46373/ Here we go again! New cam announcement July 26! http://www.mu-43.com/f66/here-we-go-again-new-cam-announcement-july-26-a-46372/ Fri, 17 May 2013 17:18:11 GMT Check it out: No kidding…New camera teaser from Olympus! Announcement on July 26. | 43 Rumors... Check it out:

No kidding…New camera teaser from Olympus! Announcement on July 26. | 43 Rumors

I think it's the new E-x cam... ]]> Member-Contributed News and Rumors MrKal_El http://www.mu-43.com/f66/here-we-go-again-new-cam-announcement-july-26-a-46372/ E-PL2 Fixed Beautifully in One Week http://www.mu-43.com/f42/e-pl2-fixed-beautifully-one-week-46371/ Fri, 17 May 2013 16:40:46 GMT Dropped my pocket girl hard. It sports only the 14.5 or 20mm primes. Olympus service in Canada is alive and well. Very quick turnaround involving... Dropped my pocket girl hard. It sports only the 14.5 or 20mm primes.

Olympus service in Canada is alive and well. Very quick turnaround involving new shutter, gears, other parts, plus a total cleaning, calibration and testing... all for $129.00, out of warranty.

I left it with Trinitek and they registered the file with Oly. Picked it up myself in Mississauga.

Guaranteed for thirty days.

BD ]]> Olympus Cameras Bokeh Diem http://www.mu-43.com/f42/e-pl2-fixed-beautifully-one-week-46371/ Olympus quits low end compact camera business.... http://www.mu-43.com/f66/olympus-quits-low-end-compact-camera-business-46370/ Fri, 17 May 2013 16:31:14 GMT ... to focus on mirrorless and high end compact. Olympus quits low end compact camera business. Focus on mirrorless and high end compact. | 43... ... to focus on mirrorless and high end compact.

Olympus quits low end compact camera business. Focus on mirrorless and high end compact. | 43 Rumors

Woo hoo! :smile: ]]> Member-Contributed News and Rumors twokatmew http://www.mu-43.com/f66/olympus-quits-low-end-compact-camera-business-46370/ Hi from Portugal http://www.mu-43.com/f69/hi-portugal-46369/ Fri, 17 May 2013 16:20:39 GMT Hi,

I'm a new member (and MFT user) from Portugal.

Previously I was a Pentax K7 shooter, but decided to move to MFT for portability, so far I'm greatly impressed with the images delivered by the E-PL5, so far I only went out with the kit lens but already received the prime trio (14/20/45) and I'm also impressed with their indoor performance.

Feel free to add me as a friend on flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/barbosas/

My first shots with the kit lens.. more to follow with prime trio. Cheers





]]> Welcomes and introductions barbosas http://www.mu-43.com/f69/hi-portugal-46369/ <![CDATA[[FS] Mint Sigma DP2S | Location: Canada | Ships: US/Canada]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f17/mint-sigma-dp2s-location-canada-ships-us-canada-46368/ Fri, 17 May 2013 15:35:04 GMT Mint Sigma DP2S $288
*Prices*
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Buy & Sell Listing - Want to Sell
Selling
Mint Sigma DP2S $288

Prices
288

Location
Canada

Ships to
US/Canada

Description
There is not really "mint" DP2S, considering the age of it. But this machine I put on sell has really been taken good care of, I bought it from here or another forum(don't remember) early this year, at little over 300$.
Everything works fine with this camera.
The reason of selling it is simple, I have too many silimar things - I have a DP1X and X100 as well. After conidering different usage of these camera, I decided to left this DP2S go first.

Shipping is roughly 15$ to US locations.

I could send photo of it upon request - have not taken it, typing this at office.

Payment accepted
  • Regular PayPal (buyer adds 3% for this option)
  • Personal/Gift PayPal (violates PayPal policy and no buyer protection)
  • Other
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Shipping charge
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Handling time
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References
Ebay: zou.yang

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Acknowledgement
  • I have read and agree to the Buy and Sell rules.
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]]> Black and White Peter de Graaf http://www.mu-43.com/f60/church-based-sydney-opera-house-46367/ Olympus rebate status http://www.mu-43.com/f42/olympus-rebate-status-46366/ Fri, 17 May 2013 14:14:17 GMT Anyone receive their rebate from Olympus for the Jan len rebate? it's Promo # 46309. I amiled it in on March 25th. Still havn't heard from them. ]]> Olympus Cameras aquavf http://www.mu-43.com/f42/olympus-rebate-status-46366/ Waiting http://www.mu-43.com/f56/waiting-46365/ Fri, 17 May 2013 13:49:39 GMT Really liked the architecture and mood of this scene in New Orleans. Image: http://www.padrephotography.com/img/s9/v92/p1578814466-5.jpg Really liked the architecture and mood of this scene in New Orleans.

]]> Scenic, Architecture, and Travel bluzcity http://www.mu-43.com/f56/waiting-46365/ Ipad4 128GB - Is it worth? http://www.mu-43.com/f35/ipad4-128gb-worth-46364/ Fri, 17 May 2013 13:38:17 GMT Hi Guys ..:smile:
I just placed an order for an Ipad 4 with retina display 128 GB, but now I am having buyer's remorse :mad::mad:. I am thinking that I should have bought a lens instead and settled with 32GB Ipad. The whole idea of buying 128 GB was to carry with me as mobile media device which can store more images while travelling . I need some consolation now :doh::doh:
Cheers
Bhupinder ]]> Open Discussion Bhupinder2002 http://www.mu-43.com/f35/ipad4-128gb-worth-46364/ GH3 Studio strobes http://www.mu-43.com/f43/gh3-studio-strobes-46363/ Fri, 17 May 2013 12:03:24 GMT Help ! My studio strobe lights (I'm using Elinchrom D-Lite 4 Kit) are out of sync with shutter on my GH3. It fires way before the shutter.

Flash setting on camera is set to wireless
Shutter speed is below 160th

With sync cable, it only fires 2 times out of 10. (Brand new cable & is plugged in firmly)

What am I missing ?

Charl ]]> Panasonic Cameras Charl F http://www.mu-43.com/f43/gh3-studio-strobes-46363/ Patagonia (Chile, Argentina) - Silence at the end of the world. http://www.mu-43.com/f56/patagonia-chile-argentina-silence-end-world-46362/ Fri, 17 May 2013 12:02:43 GMT Hey guys I would like to share with you, some of my images of my recent trip to Patagonia. For two and half weeks, we walked, hiked, travelled around... Hey guys I would like to share with you, some of my images of my recent trip to Patagonia. For two and half weeks, we walked, hiked, travelled around this somehow mysterious yet silent region of our planet, or how locals like to call it "The end of the world". We are originally from Chile, but have never been in Patagonia before, also have been living outside of our country for almost 3 years now, and that also gave us, more of a "foreign" perspective while still being "local".

I hope my pictures captured just a tiny bit of the "spirit" that you breath down there. Is simply a different planet. One where there's only pure life, no malls, no mcdonalds, no what some would call "progress", where the people still eat from their garden, share their animals, they have a community, people is welcoming, where there are no thieves, and they respect and care for nature as they do for their families... its definitely quite an experience, and mind opening.


Ambassador, Estancia San Gregorio, Punta Arenas, Chile.


Estancia San Gregorio, Punta Arenas, Chile.


"Exoskeleton and imperial shag" - Estancia San Gregorio, Punta Arenas, Chile


"Guanacos" - Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile


"Las Torres" - Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile


Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile


"Japanese fishing boats" - Punta Arenas, Chile


"Fisherman and his knife" - Bahia Mansa, Punta Arenas, Chile


Bahia Mansa - Punta Arenas, Chile


"Kiosco Roca" - Punta Arenas, Chile


"Tourist trying to take an ice floe from the water" - Lago Grey, Chile


"Luna" - Cueva Del Milodon Natural Monument , Chile


Cueva Del Milodon Natural Monument, Chile


"Franco Sebastian" - Puerto Natales, Chile


"Partido Radical" - Puerto Natales, Chile


"Silent streets" - Puerto Natales, Chile


Ushuaia, Argentina


"Imperial Shag colony" - Ushuaia, Argentina


Perito Moreno Glacier - El Calafate, Argentina


Perito Moreno Glacier - El Calafate, Argentina


"An Iceberg" - El Calafate, Argentina

so thats it for now guys!
Also i think i could tell you, but the first day i arrived at Punta Arenas (patagonia) i received "a call from the man" and some of this images plus others will be featured on June issue of Olympus Magazine cant wait! :drinks: ]]> Scenic, Architecture, and Travel Chrisnmn http://www.mu-43.com/f56/patagonia-chile-argentina-silence-end-world-46362/ <![CDATA[purchasing a wifi card for "tethered" shooting.]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f67/purchasing-wifi-card-tethered-shooting-46361/ Fri, 17 May 2013 11:16:44 GMT I'm using an g5 and i'm looking for an wifi card to trransfer mi pics directly to mi ipad as use for (semi) thetered shooting. I'm doubting between card and wether to purchase one. eye-fi and transcend (in europe sandisk eye-fi), only transfer jpg. But i mostly only shoot in RAW to be able to tweek it better later on. Can i shoot example: Raw + JPG (low) and transfer the jpg to the ipad?

And what card do you reccommend. eyfi 4g is about 30 euro and 8g about€ 55 both only in class 4 available)

Trancend 16G (class 10) ca. 50 euro an 32g about € 75.

p.s. does anyone know if the lumix link wil work with G5 and eye-fi / wifi card?

Other options for. semi thetered shooting are welcome! ]]> Accessories kleinekeep http://www.mu-43.com/f67/purchasing-wifi-card-tethered-shooting-46361/ Olympus imaging - dire straits.... http://www.mu-43.com/f35/olympus-imaging-dire-straits-46360/ Fri, 17 May 2013 10:54:34 GMT For 4Q Olympus's imaging division made a 'record loss'. In fact it lost more in 4Q than in the previous 3Qs combined. On sales of 19.9bn yen, the imaging division made a pretty staggering loss of 14.3bn yen.

Just some other facts and figures from the results...

Sales of compacts were 57bn yen against a forecast (made this time last year) of 91bn. Sales of compacts have fallen from 120bn Yen over the last 3 years. Olympus is 'substantially reducing' the number of compact camera models it is producing and will cease production of lower priced models. For the current year they expect compact camera sales to fall from 57bn to 40bn yen. ....Sounds vaguely realistic.....

Perhaps more worrying is 'mirrorless'. Olympus achieved sales of 38bn yen well below their forecast of 43bn yen made at the beginning of the year. Given what must have been a very successful OMD launch that's not too impressive.

Olympus expects 'strong growth' in mirrorless 'in conjunction with market trends'. (yeah right!) They are forecasting mirrorless sales to increase from 38bn yen to 50bn yen (ho, ho, ho).

They are also forecasting their gross margin for the imaging business to increase from 33% to 44% (I am not making this up) and SG&A expenses to fall 20% from 56bn yen to 44bn yen. The combined effect of these (massively heroic) assumptions is a forecast to move from losses of 23.3bn yen to breakeven.

The problem Olympus faces is that last year it made a loss equivalent to 20% of sales! And the only way you can get back to breakeven from there is by making hopeless optimistic forecasts for sales, gross margin and your ability to cut expenses.

It is just as likely that things will not get any better this year. Assume 35bn of compact sales, mirrorless sales flat at 40bn, an unchanged margin and SG&A expenses down 15% and Olympus would lose 23bn yen again. If that is the case, then the imaging division will have lost the US$500m equity injection from Sony in less than two years.

And here is the rub for Olympus. It currently has a compact business that last year produced 57bn of sales that will continue to implode until it is closed. It will be left with a mirrorless business that made sales of 38bn yen and is probably capable of producing sales of 50-60bn yen in a few years time. Now if that business was to produce a 10% net margin, the same as Nikon, the imaging division might eventually make 5-6bn yen profit.

And so the question is. How much longer can Olympus continue with a business that is losing 10-20bn+ yen a year when the 'long run' 'potential' for the business is only to produce 5-6bn yen profit? ]]> Open Discussion robbie36 http://www.mu-43.com/f35/olympus-imaging-dire-straits-46360/ E-pl5 settings http://www.mu-43.com/f42/e-pl5-settings-46359/ Fri, 17 May 2013 10:30:02 GMT Hi all,
I've just got my new E-pl5 (waiting for EP5) and since I'm a jpg shooter, I would like to know the settings for best jpg output that you use.

Thanks ]]> Olympus Cameras elandel http://www.mu-43.com/f42/e-pl5-settings-46359/ Old Fiat http://www.mu-43.com/f88/old-fiat-46358/ Fri, 17 May 2013 09:50:03 GMT But with style! Vignale couture for this one: Image: http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8396/8746271599_2f80e1a699_c.jpg ... But with style! Vignale couture for this one:


P1040969 by Cadenela, on Flickr


P1040961 by Cadenela, on Flickr


P1040945 by Cadenela, on Flickr ]]> Other Genres laser8 http://www.mu-43.com/f88/old-fiat-46358/ Using ND filters on primes http://www.mu-43.com/f38/using-nd-filters-primes-46357/ Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:40 GMT Hi All, Trying to learn - I have an OMD and the following native primes ( 25,45,60,75) which I really like. When using the 75 in bright sunlight I... Hi All,

Trying to learn - I have an OMD and the following native primes ( 25,45,60,75) which I really like. When using the 75 in bright sunlight I tend to max out or get very close to 4000 shutter speed - when using a variable ND filter will the camera automatically compensate to how much I vary the filter?

If I put a 10 stop presumably I can get long exposures....?

sorry novice with ND but I think I need them on these primes allowing shallow DOF in bright sunlight. - thanks for your help ]]> Native Lenses Petrus61 http://www.mu-43.com/f38/using-nd-filters-primes-46357/ How easy is it to repair OM bayonet mount? http://www.mu-43.com/f40/how-easy-repair-om-bayonet-mount-46356/ Fri, 17 May 2013 08:12:52 GMT Problem: Bargain lens [Sigma 135mm f2.8-64mm "Pantel" in OM mount] has one of its little levers [there are two on the outside of the lens barrel] for lens mounting non-functional — no spring action [lever just flops around in the slot] and I am loath to mount it on my OM-m43 adaptor to test out the rest of its functioning. I have a 3x Vivitar tele-extender in OM mount which I am prepared to sacrifice for parts if a repair is relatively easy for my friendly local lens mechanic/techie. I can only see him on Monday. Just wonder if anyone else has had similar problems and what the prognosis is. Thanks in anticipation. ]]> Adapted Lenses iGonzoid http://www.mu-43.com/f40/how-easy-repair-om-bayonet-mount-46356/ Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 Prime Lens - Olympus, Panasonic Micro 4/3, Sony NEX http://www.mu-43.com/f93/canon-fd-50mm-f-1-4-prime-lens-olympus-panasonic-micro-4-3-sony-nex-46355/ Fri, 17 May 2013 07:50:17 GMT
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Buy It Now for only: US $79.99
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More... ]]> Ebay Listings Ebay RSS http://www.mu-43.com/f93/canon-fd-50mm-f-1-4-prime-lens-olympus-panasonic-micro-4-3-sony-nex-46355/ Extension Tubes + Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 lens. http://www.mu-43.com/f42/extension-tubes-olympus-m-zuiko-digital-ed-17mm-f-1-8-lens-46354/ Fri, 17 May 2013 07:45:41 GMT I wonder if this can work. Wide lenses give a large DOF and that I need. The ED 17mm f/1.8 lens has, however, a too great minimum focus distance and... I wonder if this can work. Wide lenses give a large DOF and that I need.
The ED 17mm f/1.8 lens has, however, a too great minimum focus distance and low magnification. With Extension Tubes you can adjust this. There exist extension of rings 10, 16 and 25mm.

My question is whether it is feasible with one of these Extension rings. And if so what is the magnification and the working distance of the (front side) lens to the object. I would like to buy the E-P5 set and have to decide whether I would use the 17mm lens. I know the 60mm macro lens is an alternative but you never obtains this extra large DOF. I am afraid that even the shortest Extension Tube is too big for the 17mm lens.

Has anyone ever tested such a thing?. I now use something similar with my E-PL3 and the Lumix 3D lens and that really works great (adapted with 1mm spacer in the lens). My working distance on the 3D lens is about 150mm from the frontside of the lens to the object. My picture frame on the E-PL3 is less than 120 mm. The DOF is extreme good.
Now I would like something for 2D images.

Can someone help me?

Frans. ]]> Olympus Cameras fotoopa http://www.mu-43.com/f42/extension-tubes-olympus-m-zuiko-digital-ed-17mm-f-1-8-lens-46354/ GF3 settings questions http://www.mu-43.com/f43/gf3-settings-questions-46353/ Fri, 17 May 2013 07:13:25 GMT I'm new(ish) to the 4/3 format and to the panasonic interface. I usually can figure things out on my own with some time but there are a few on my gf-3 I can't seem to sort out since buying it three weeks ago.





First, regarding drive modes, I can manually choose between single, bracketing and timer. Is there a way I can use both countdown timer and bracketing together?



Second, as far as custom function go, I've been able to use them in the PASM modes but it seems that as soon as I switch from one mode to another, the custom function turns off and I have to manually go into the menu again to activate it. Is this normal or is there a way I can keep the custom settings on while switching from one shooting mode to another?

There was another question I had but I seem to have forgotten it for now.... ]]> Panasonic Cameras je83 http://www.mu-43.com/f43/gf3-settings-questions-46353/ Bikes http://www.mu-43.com/f57/bikes-46352/ Fri, 17 May 2013 06:43:09 GMT In fact, there are about half a million bikes in Amsterdam :wink: C/C always appreciated. Image:... In fact, there are about half a million bikes in Amsterdam :wink:

C/C always appreciated.

]]> Street, Documentary, and Portrait jjviegas http://www.mu-43.com/f57/bikes-46352/ <![CDATA[Brimfield, MA | Antique Trade Show [PICS]]]> http://www.mu-43.com/f42/brimfield-ma-antique-trade-show-pics-46351/ Fri, 17 May 2013 06:19:58 GMT Met some really interesting characters at the trade show today...got some new [old] toys as well :)

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