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Olympus OM-D E-M1

Olympus OM-D E-M1
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alaScore 93

743 reviews

Dec, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 743 reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M1. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviews about the durability and image quality are on the whole positive. The portability and usability are also mentioned favorably. Reviews are divided on the price, and some have doubts about the memory and energy efficiency.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus OM-D E-M1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Olympus OM-D E-M1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 49 user reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the durability and portability. The lens and usability also get good feedback. The battery and shutter get mixed reviews. There are some negative reviews about the water proof and price.

performance, usability, lens, portability, durability

price, water proof

98% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Olympus OM-D E-M1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 261 user reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Opinions about the image quality and price are overall positive. The portability and usability also get good feedback.

performance, usability, portability, price, image quality

93% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Olympus OM-D E-M1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 6 user reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M1 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. Reviewers really like the performance and durability. The zoom and size are also appreciated.

usability, size, zoom, durability, performance

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Amy Davies (trustedreviews.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M1X Review | Trusted Reviews

 

The OM-D E-M1X is Olympus' new flagship Micro Four Thirds camera, with lightning burst shooting speeds. Is it the perfect camera for wildlife and sports?

Up to 60fps burst shooting ; Fantastic battery life ; Great handling

Small sensor ; Limited telephoto range ; Expensive

The OM-D E-M1X is a fantastic camera for those who like to shoot sports, wildlife and action. But at this price, it's certainly in niche territory.

Mar, 2019
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Expert review by : Phil Hall (trustedreviews.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M1

 

One of best cameras of any type currently available

Superb electronic viewfinder ; Responsive AF system ; Good image quality ; Sturdy build

JPEG files somewhat over-processed

Much like the recent E-P5, the E-M1 now offers full wireless connectivity, allowing for the wireless transfer of images between the camera and a compatible smartphone or tablet, as well as wireless control of the camera in the field.

Oct, 2013
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Expert review by : Tim Coleman (techradar.com)

OM System OM-1 review

 

The best Micro Four Thirds camera you can buy

Stacked sensor improves AF performance ; Superb stabilization ; Lovely in the hand ; Well implemented computational modes

Only 20MP resolution ; Touchscreen doesn't work for menus ; Controls can be a tad fiddly

The OM-1 is a small, fun, weatherproof camera that offers a compelling mix of old and new for all kinds of photographer. It's one of the best-handling cameras around and extremely versatile, thanks to its mix of a new 20MP stacked sensor, improved AF...

May, 2022
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Expert review by : Angela Nicholson (techradar.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M1 review

 

Olympus's best MFT camera to date and one of the best CSCs on the market, now with firmware update 2.0

Small camera body ; Plenty of direct controls ; Excellent EVF ; High quality images ; Weather sealed

LCD not variangle ; Some features hard to find ; High price

This camera delivers high quality, correctly exposed images with plenty of detail, good colour and well-controlled noise. The featureset is also impressive the touchscreen well-implemented.

Oct, 2014
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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (t3.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M1 review

 

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 compact system camera is a compact system camera that also works with DSLR lenses. Could this be Olympus's best camera yet?

Solid chassis ; High-res tilting LCD and EVF ; DSLR-esque images

Could be more intuitive ; Fiddly controls

So far we've only seen a pre-production model of the Olympus OM-D E-M1, but we were very impressed with what we saw. The DSLR-style design will appeal to enthusiasts looking for top-notch picture quality rather than those looking for a space-saving...

Dec, 2013
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M1 review

 

We've been using the Olympus OM-D E-M1 for a number of months now. This compact system camera has seen us through many different shoots - from personal snaps to product images that you might have seen in some other Pocket-lint reviews - made all the...

Outstanding image quality, super-fast autofocus, great electronic viewfinder, solid build, lots of customisation and function buttons, loads of lens options

Battery life limitations, colours dull at higher ISO settings, it is expensive, feedback noise from stabilisation system, menu systems are busy, single SD slot

There's no doubt that the Olympus OM-D E-M1 is a credible bit of kit. As far as compact system cameras go there's nothing else as fully featured on the market, nor as all-round capable as this slice of retro-inspired cool.

Feb, 2014
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Hands-on: Olympus OM-D E-M1 review - Pocket-lint

 

Want to know what an Olympus camera looks like when the Japanese giant goes all out? Look no further than the OM-D E-M1, the latest interchangeable lens

Sep, 2013
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Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Olympus OM-D E-M1 review

 

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 takes everything we love about the best ever compact system camera and makes it even better

Pro-like manual controls ; Rock-steady stabilisation ; The fastest autofocus around

Continuous AF can be beaten

The best, most complete all-round compact system camera money can buy

Feb, 2014
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Expert review by (eisa.eu)

OM System OM-1

 

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Expert review by (which.co.uk)

Olympus OM-D E-M1 review

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Like the existing OMD-EM5, the Olympus OMD-EM1 is an advanced compact system camera that takes its cues from the company's classic OM series SLRs. It has a 16Mp Micro Four Thirds sensor and can use existing Micro Four Thirds lenses, but it promises...

Aug, 2014
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