It’s been almost 3 years. I’d love to see another “What’s in my camera bag? Update”, Even after all this time, yours is was of the best channels out there.
Yay! A new Michromatic show!!! Great update to your bag and lens lineup!! Since you ask: I currently carry an E-M10 ii, typically with kit 14-40mm ED attached. I also have a Pentax SMD 50mm F2 with k-mount adapter and a Vivitar 28mm f 1.8 (also K-mount). I also carry the Fujian 35mm with c-mount adapter. I have one Fotga slim fader variable ND filter that fits both the K-mount lenses. I keep an extra battery, a lens-pen, a small table-top tripod, and an extra SD card. My bag is the Lowepro Street and Field Accessory bag, that I've added a strap and handle to. It is small and compact (about the same size as your new bag). Love it!! BTW, your show is a big inspiration for me, so I hope you add more new episodes!!!
This was refreshing. I always feel like I'm the only shooter NOT walking around with a giant bag of gear. I use an army surplus canteen pouch on a shoulder strap for all my gear. Inside is an E-PL6, 17mm lens, 45mm lens, EVF4, holga lens, an ND filter and a circular polarizing filter.
more than just "what's in your bag", I love the second part of the question: "and how does that suit your photography style"? - I'm just coming back to photography after a long time away. I loved SLR and have been slow to adopt this digital trend ;) So my bag has the Pen F - because I love knobs and buttons and manual adjustments. I'm exploring the M.Zukio 45mm 1.8, and a 12-50mm zoom -- so that I have a good range for landscape, some nature and street, and also a fast bright prime for street and candid moments.
Glad you are back! I am using Kata National Geographic NG A2200 bag with my Fujufilm X-T10 camera + one of my manual lenses, mostly my favourite Minolta MC Rokkor-PG 50mm f1.4. I really enfoy this light and compact setup.
Glad to see you back, I've enjoyed your videos and your Instagram. I have an E-M10 with Panasonic 25mm 1.8 and the Olympus 45mm 1.8. I also carry my OM10 with the 50mm 1.8. I have a dumb adaptor I sometimes use the 50mm on the E-M10. I just can't justify the expense on the metabones adapter. The bag I use is the Lowepro event messenger.
I decided to start off gradually so I went with a used GX-1 body (with only 600 cycles of use) for $98 and a lot of manual glass I bought on eBay. I got very lucky with the lenses. I went with Canon FD to M4/3 adapters as well as one Chinese speed booster (.71x) that's proven a good buy...at only $80. My typical lens load-out includes the Canon 28mm f2.0, Canon 50mm f1.4 (silver filter ring version) and Canon 135mm f2.5. I have plenty of other lenses from Takumars, Hexanons, Nikons, Jupiters to Helios, etc. But the Canon's are good all-arounders for me and I can use the one speed booster across all three. The 135mm is very sharp and even good wide open. The 28mm was an absolute steal...and the 50mm one of my favorite 50's...although my Helios and Hexanon's (f1.4, f1.7) are also terrific. My Jupiter-8 is best for compact street shooting....and it looks very cool on a black GX-1 body. If you are trying to find a decent Jupiters & Helios, I used the following sources: www.sovietcams.com/index.php?-1424201095 www.vintagelensesforvideo.com/helios-58mm-comparison/ My Russian Lenses: - Helios 44-2 58mm (sn#:840xxxxx); M42 mount; f2.0; 49mm filter size. Came with hood and rear cap. $48.00 incl. Shipping [44-2 model "2.c": MMZ - colored lettering] - Jupiter-8 50mm (sn#581xxxx); Leica/M39 mount; f:2.0; 40.5mm filter size, $10.53+$15.00(shipping)
I was actually considering this camera and this bag when I made the decision to switch away from Nikon. Instead I ended up going with the Fujifilm X-T1 and paired that with the Fujinon 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 LM OIS WR lens and the Fujinon 27mm f2.8 pancake lens, which is my daily walk around lens. Then for my bag, I have 7 currently. But the one I use as my EDC bag is the Prince Street messenger bag by ONA.
I shoot an Olympus OM-D E-M5 myself, but I really love the Fujifilm X-T1 too. You made a good choice! I was playing around with one the other day, along with some of the Sony A7 models, and I must say the Fujifilm is a lot more enjoyable.
I'm rocking a Olympus E-M10 MK II, a Oly 25mm F1.8, Sailor Strap and a Tenba DNA 8. When I'm shooting film I use my Pentax Spotmatic, Super Takumar 50mm 1.4, a couple rolls of 35mm and the same bag. I'm glad to see you're back.
First thing I thought... that's a sweet kit for landscapes (weather sealing, hi-res option, classic glass!)... then u said it. 2nd thought was the realization that I have serious kit envy right now (especially that camera body... argh!). Great vid!
In my camera bag, I use a "Backpackers" branded bag. Though I have recently purchased a OMP day pack for my camera gear, I find the simple shoulder strap bag to be my go-to bag. Depending on circumstances, I will use either my Vivitar 70-210mm f4.5 (K-Mount) or my Pentax 100-300mm f/4.7 (K-mount) with a K-Micro 4/3s adaptor. But normally, my "Go-To" lenses include the Pentax Takumar 50mm f/2, Sigma 28mm f2.8, two 49mm Olympus colour filters (Yellow and Orange), spare batteries and memory cards, lens pen, cloth, notebook and LED light, my Olympus Pen E-PM1, and the Olympus EVF (4th gen).
I'm rolling with a jet black E-P5 with the LB-EP5 grip from Fotga. I use (with an adapter) a Minolta 58mm 1.2. The grip helps compensate for all of the weight in the front. For sports, I use a Canon FD "beercan" 70-210 F4. I bought the E-P5 last year for $200 open box from eBay. The total cost I spent for my gear is around $300.
I tend to go out with one of two set ups. If I'm just out and about for the day, with no direct intention of shooting, I carry my Lowepro Passport Sling with an EM5mk2, the olympus 25 1.8, the panasonic 14mm 2.5, and sometimes the Olympus 60mm 2.8 macro. Between the camera and those two lenses I still have enough room to carry a waterbottle and other small odds and ends, even a sweatshirt if I really needed to. If I'm going out specifically to shoot, or just feel like "keeping me eyes on" a bit more I'll go out with my Domke F2 filled with my Pentax K1, and old Sigma 24mm Superwide Macro from like the late 90s i think, and the Pentax FA 35mm F2. The third lens is either the Pentax FA 50mm 1.7, the DFA 50mm 2.8 Macro, or the Helios 44-2 58mm F2 which is fantastic for portraits. Thats usually my set up. If I'm shooting an event I'll carry the DFA 28-105 3.5-5.6 so I can keep one versatile lens on and back it up with the 35mm and a 50mm for low light. I'm shooting portraits or specifically macro I'll bring the Helios and the Pentax DFA 100mm 2.8 macro as they work fantastically for that purpose. I have a few more random lenses that i've accumulated which I'll sometimes sub out if I want a challange or if I need a specific purpose filled but I tend to stick with the 24-35-50mm combo most of the time!
Hi Good to see that your back making videos - my camera bag contains 2 lenses everyday - the OM - 28 MM and the OM -50 mm - using an OMD EM - 10 , i also use the Panasonic - 45 to 200 mm while shooting sports Please keep posting new videos
Awesome videos! I actually have the Domke F-6 bag as sort of a "purse". I keep my Panasonic GH4 with the Voigtlander 17.5/0.95 pretty much glued to it along with my Leica M2 with a Voigtlander 35/1.4. Then there's my Canon FD 50mm with the m43 adaptor and some accessories. I keep it simple since I only every use 35mm lenses for street photography!
thanks for sharing! I am shooting with 2 cameras and a few lenses: GX8 - mainly the 12-40 pro on there GX80/85 - with 7.5 fisheye, 15/1.7, 25/1.4, 45/2.8 macro (Leica trio) As you can probably tell from the line up, I am shooting pretty much everything except distant subjects close up. Love how compact M43 is!
I actually have 2 bags a bigger domke and a smaller one (the model numbers escape me at the moment). In the larger bag I have my "art" kit which are all my primes. The Zeiss ZF f1.4 trilogy (35, 50, and 85), an old Nippon Kogaku 24mm f2.8, a Tokina AT-X Pro 17mm f3.5, a Nikkor Micro 105mm f2.8, an old AIS Nikkor 135 f2.8, and another old AI series IF ED 300mm f4.5. I bed all of these down with my Fuji XT-1 and a metabones for F lens to X mount camera. My other bag is my sport kit as its all AF zooms. In it are the 3 Nikon "dragon" D series lenses; the 20-35 f2.8, the 35-70 f2.8, and the 80-200 f2.8 (the second gen two touch version). All these go together with my Nikon D700. I am a fan of old shit apparently. Great vid I always enjoy seeing my favorite youtube photogs and what they shoot with/ carry with them.
what we did not see in bag was extra memory card or batteries. would also a tripod be used or just hand held but it is nice not to see a small light weight set up alot of people seem to carry the kitchen sink
I don't carry spare batteries or memory cards. I'm a pretty conservative shooter with a relatively high keeper rate -- which just means I don't go through batteries and memory cards in a single day, so no need to carry spares. I have a tripod, but really only break it out for night photography. Stabilization in my camera is good enough for any daytime shots.
Nice update. I just got the Lowepro Event Messenger 100 and though it's small and compact, it hold my E-PL6, Oly 50mm 1.8, Vivitar 28mm 2.8, Sigma 19mm 2.8, and both kit lenses very well. I have the Oly 35mm 2.8 on the so way so I think the kit lenses will get demoted. Plan to do a video soon.
+Michromatic Sure is. You got me hooked on the OM lenses! From reviews I've read, it's not terribly sharp wide open on the edges, but I got it at auction for under $40 shipped, so I thought that was a good value to at least check it out. Also, I haven't messed with any 35mm lenses on m43 but I enjoy the 28mm focal distance on my Vivitar FD lens.
Still rocking my E-PM2. Most of the time I have the Oly 35mm f1.8 attached to it, but I bring along the 45mm as well as the Pana 14mm+wide angle adaptor. Have been missing a view finder ever since I sold my Nikon 3100 though...
I've been waiting for this - THANK YOU! I was watching your previous what's-in-my bag episode again last week while thinking of switching to Domke 5XA from the smaller camera backpack from Chrome (I don't look cool enough to carry Chrome bags to begin with). Going from one GAS to another GAS, from lenses to bags now....
You don't get a Chrome bag because you're cool, you're cool because you get a Chrome bag. Allegedly. When I was looking for a camera bag a couple of years ago, I first bought a Chrome Niko Sling. I ended up returning it very quickly. It's not as well-made as their traditional bags but was still priced high. The Domke appealed to me next, and didn't let me down. Nice build, and reasonably priced (especially if you can catch them on Amazon when on sale).
And the buckle is cool but as heavy as the bag itself. Agreed, since it seems everyone has it, it certainly doesn't make one look like a bad*ss as he wishes to be. Mine is OMD-EM5ii also, even the smaller Niko model has enough room to carry everything I have - missing the whole point to own a small camera. Here comes happy shopping on Amazon! Thank you again!
Currently using an ONA Brixton bag and carrying my EM1 with 12-40 F2.8 and 45 F1.8, plus one extra grip with batteries and some cleaning tools, and one SIRUI 29mm carbon tripod. I am planing selling the bag and all systems and bag, then go to an EM5II with 7-14 F2.8 and 75 F1.8, a 100mm filter holder system and a peak design everyday bag. Photography is an expensive hobbit lol
It certainly can be. The quest for the best fit. It's not all a waste though -- I think there's some value in the gear churn, to find out what you like best. I think I've found it. I've barely spent anything on photography gear this year.
+Michromatic it'd be great to see some of your favorite shots you took in between videos. You've got great talent. I'm getting excited to see what the em1ii brings to the table.
I luuuuuuuuuuuv my EM5-II, it's the exact same size as my old Nikon FE SLR so you have that fun feel like you're on an old film camera. I notice that you have a speed boosted 50mm f/1.4 and a 100mm f/2.8. You could just pull the speedbooster off the 50mm and basically have the same 35mm eq. focal length and DoF of the 100mm. Then you could pare down the weight by 1 more lens (although it's not as fun as having more lenses.
The 100/2.8, when on a Speed Booster, is equivalent to 140mm, so still longer than a 50mm on a standard adapter. Plus the other benefits of a Speed Booster (added light, improved sharpness).
Very neat. I use almost exactly the same equivalent with three rangefinder lenses on the A7II A 35mm, 75mm and I just got a 135mm again, all manual :) But a lot of the times I like 50mm as well (maybe I could just switch on APS-C with the 35mm) Maybe if you add in a normal OM-m43 adapter so you can also have that little extra reach or in-between focal length if you need to, but simpler = better.
Yeah, I thought that this trio would effectively give me 6 different focal lengths, but in reality I almost never bring the standard OM adapter since I got the Speed Booster. When I do use the standard adapter, it's on the 24/2.8 for that 50mm view :)
Great video as always. 😃 I carry a rather large bag (lowepro format 160) for my car with the following lenses (all olympus): 24f2,8 ,28f2,8 ,35f2,8 ,50f1,4 ,85f2 ,100f2,8, 135f3,5 ,200f4 and 300f4,5 with at speed Booster for Sony mount, as I use the Sony A6000. And it is partially thanks to you that I started collecting the Olympus series. looking forward to the next video :)
+Michromatic The 85mm was a bit difficult to get. But it is a great lense it has the same physical size as the 100mm. I agree IBIS would be nice to have on the A6000 series, but I don't really notice it as it is my first real mirror less camera. and I'm still new to it. If you want you can check out my instagram: mirovtia 😃
+Michromatic interesting, is IBIS the main differentiator for you? I'm trying to figure out if the increased ISO performance of the a6000 would offset the shutter speed advantages of the stabilization. Guessing it depends most on whether the subject is moving, right?
> ...interesting, is IBIS the main differentiator for you? Yes, at least on paper -- I haven't used Sony's cameras extensively so I'm not sure if there are other advantages / weaknesses in handling and functionality that would sway me. But on paper, IBIS is the missing piece. Part of it is for stability during exposure. ISO performance can make up some of that, sure. But my main reason for wanting IBIS is for improved manual focus. I use magnification in the live preview to nail manual focus. When you're magnified 10x, any motion in the camera makes it difficult to nail focus. With image stabilization, the 10x magnified view is also stabilized (at least on Olympus cameras) and it makes manual focus a breeze.
Ive gone with a similar setup - I still use the old Domke F-5XB, and even though I carry only 3 lenses, when I eventually upgrade to a new camera Ill be carrying two cams in it. Aside from my GM1, some polarising filters, spare batteries and a Lenspen, I pack the Oly 25 f/1.8 and the Panny 42.5 f/1.7, as well as the super sharp super tiny 12-32 Panny kit lens. I'd like to replace the latter with a faster wide prime, and am torn between the 15mm Panaleica, or just spending a little extra for the metabones and grabbing some legacy primes. That speed booster is so pricy though. :(
Check out the Lens Turbo II. It seems to do pretty well in image quality tests, and it's much cheaper than the Metabones. I like that 12-32mm, though. I got one with my GM5 and was pretty impressed with it on a recent trip to Japan.
I would say the Leica/Panasonic lenses are better, on other hand they are better on Panasonic body - they have faster AF etc. Anyway its really taste option. In my bag is GX7 + Panasonic 20mm f1.7 mk2 (which is compromise between Leica 15mm and Leica 25mm) + Panasonic 45-150 f4/5.6 + polarised filters. My shoots are 90% JPEGs. M43 and Leica systems have the best lenses ever.
Sold off my canon kit recently and got a E-P5, 25/1.8 and 45/1.8. Just starting to find interesting mft related youtube content... btw the old pen was "half frame" afaik, only covering half of a 35mm frame. And mft is actually exactly the same with it's crop factor of 2..
Ooooh been thinking of buying this camera all day, with the pancake zoom to replace my ageing Fuji X10, so a timely watch. If I am carrying a main camera I also carry a zoom compact. The thinking is that this Olympus can do this job and also replace my Nikon D7100 for nature at the other end if i buy a longer lens. My Nikon has been reduced to zoo trips since I got a Leica X113 as my main street camera. I only carry one main camera as i only use one compartment in my ONA Brixton, the rest is usual handbag junk like makeup umbrella tablet phone etc. I only use primes now with my serious camera, if I want a second lens i put it in a CCS padded bag and throw it on top of my junk. So I would use this camera with zoom in a padded bag next to my Leica then, at the Zoo the Micro 4/3 would move into the main compartment with a long lens and my Olympus tough TG-3 would move to the padded bag to provide the short zoom. I also like the idea of using my Leica and Nikon primes with the adaptor ;-)
Gosh forgot I watched this a year ago and commented. How did I turn out? I bought a used Panasonic GX7 to complement my Leica X113 with a 14-140 to replace my Nikon on trips and to try out the MFT system. Well it blew me away. So I bought 17mm f1.8 and 45mm f1.8 Olympus primes for my new camera and the whole Nikon thing was redundant; I added the panasonic 25mm f1.7 as it was so cheap and sold all my modern Nikon just keeping my FM2n and 3 Nikkor D primes for film use when I feel like a nostalgia trip. Nothing really gives better images than my Leica X113 but I have to admit I prefer using the GX7 which gives it a run for its money quality wise. When Panasonic brings all its models up to their latest spec next year I will probably upgrade to either a new Panasonic or Olympus 20MP body; I will assess them at that time. The primes are so sharp that they will easily take a useable 300% crop so I am finding that assigning a x2 digital zoom to a function button gives me the equivalent of 35-70mm, 50-100mm & 90-180mm at f1.8 without using a zoom; my 14-140mm is good for holiday trips but rarely gets a run out now. I just like using primes. So my usual day bag has either a Leica X113 or my GX7 with a prime depending on needs and my TG-3 to provide a zoom. I can always throw a second lens in a padded bag on top if I think I may need one. I am getting fantastic pictures and it is all so light; I dont miss DSLRs at all ;-)
I talk about manual focus techniques in this video: czcams.com/video/C8ZLhblcSBI/video.html Spoiler: Focus peaking is cool, but it's not my favorite way to focus.
I really like your videos, they're clear, to the point, and practical. My only wish is you'd review some sort of good m34 macro lenses for the Olympus E-M5 Mark 2; on a budget (tamron? sigma?), and with fancier features olympus/panasonic image stabilization.
Have you considered getting into film photography and actually getting an Olympus film camera? You already have the lenses, and a good Olympus film camera body shouldn't cost a lot, and if you already enjoy using manual lenses you'll probably enjoy going full manual!
Absolutely, I've considered it. I really like the simplicity of those film cameras, and like the idea of getting original angles of view through my lenses. Unfortunately, I know I will get frustrated with the time and trouble of film. It's such a process to get a photo from camera to computer.
Michromatic That is unfortunately true haha But most of the people I've watched or read online say the same thing: once you get your pictures back, you'll realise it's worth it. Now I'm like you and the thought of going through so much hassle just to get pictures is what's stopping me from getting into film photography, but the more and more I watch videos and appreciate film pictures I can't help but just fall in love with that medium and tackle its annoyances but in the end get some pretty neat pictures.
I like a two camera/two lens setup, no changing :) Though, TBH, it is a little frustrating when it's two different cameras, even E-M5 I vs II. I've been trying an Ona Bowery, but dunno if I can keep it. I want to carry my water bottle with me too much. And nice touch on the magnets it looks like? I have a Retro 5 too I wanted to do that... but also need to sell it, ha. But how's it working out?
I got a "magnet retrofit" kit from this website: www.fighterdesignusa.com/magnetic-retrofit-kits/ It won't ruin your bag -- they just attach to the velcro, and come off easy when you want them to. The magnets are pretty good, but don't cover up the bag's velcro entirely, so there is still some residual velcro connection. Largely, though, they've made the bag much quieter in operation.
damn son madd long time between vids. It's ok me too, have a lot going on so I can totally understand. Love your videos, and content, keep up the good work!
Hi! Thanks for your video! Between Olympus Pen e-pl9 and om-d 10 mark III, which one could you recommend? For me pen has lots of benefits like weight, size, flipping screen, style, BUT one big minus - no 5 axis stabilization(
Hey, thanks for finally posting a new video :-) . Great to see that you have simplified your lens choices down to just three lenses. Do you miss the UWA focal range at all or you prefer to stitch panos ?
35mm-equivalent is about as wide as I like to shoot -- I'm not super comfortable with wider focal lengths. I'm a-okay with stitching, though stitching won't give you the same image as a wider angle of view.
Glad you're back Mark! I'm also sporting the Zuiko 50mm on my E-M5. I found that I truly enjoy the slower and more conscious process of using old, manual lenses. So, checking out your flickr, I was wondering if this old school approach was somehow mirrored in your editing on the pc. What is you workflow? What software do you use? Maybe this would make a great video. Thank you!
Lately I use Photoshop + Adobe Camera Raw. I've been thinking of how to do a video on post processing, definitely something I want to do. Short version: I keep it simple and try to keep the images looking natural. Processing focuses on getting color right, and using contrast to guide the eye.
Great video and having just bought an e-m10 m2, I'm loving your videos! Just curious as to what advantage do you have over say Olympus 17mm f1. 8 when using Olympus 24 f2.8 with crazy expensive speedbooster?
Hello, I'm not sure if you're still checking comments on this video but I have a question in regards to the OMD EM5 ii. You mentioned that you can display the histogram at the same time as the magnification in the EVF. How do you enable this? I have the same camera and am interested in checking this out. Cheers
First of all, I would like to congratulate you on this channel. I have a question regarding my equipment, wich is a D7000 with the prime lens set 35mm, 50mm and 85mm. I really like the bokeh effect from those lens, so my question is, will i be able to get the same bokeh with the micro 4/3? i´m thinking about going with the Olympus EM5 because of the size of the camera. Sorry if i made some mistakes, english is not my native language.
The answer to that question is complicated. Generally speaking, a Micro 4/3 camera will give you less bokeh than an APS-C camera like the D7000, but it all depends on the lenses you're using, and the distance between the camera, the subject, and the background.
loving your channel. Just got an EM10 with the 45-150mm f4.0-4.56 lens. looking for a really solid entry level portrait lens, but not sure which one. any thoughts?
you can get plenty of good quality focal reducers that don't cost an arm and a leg if you only shoot manual. it seems a little excessive to have the speed boster if you're only doing manual photography. here's an example of one: www.vintagelensesforvideo.com/lensturbo2-vs-speedbooster/
You got me there in fairness. What I have is a canon eos one. Then I've adapters on my vintage glass for canon. I can then use m42, pk, om and Nikon glass on the same adapter with no issues. It also means I can share with canon users on jobs.
Nice to have you back, thanks for the video. Since I've gotten the Micro Olympus system I've shrunk down to a small Lowepro and since it's so small I wear it over one shoulder rather than carrying my old back pack . . . much more convenient! I've recent moved the west coast, central coastal California, and so is drier and dustier . . . wondering if it's worth changing my OM E10 to and dust proof model . . . what do you think?
Not that I know of . . . I'm just thinking that sometimes I'm changing lenses near the beaches. . . Though I never bring the camera right to the beach.
hey man, its been a really long time since the last vid. Can you make a vid on that 100mm oly lens ??? BTW how is you experience with the Helios44-2 ?? I also shoot only with manual lens. I have 3 Helios lenses, a Jupiter 11 135mm f4 lens and an Industar 26m 50mm f2.8. You should check them out. really killer glass !
Honestly, my experience with the Helios was disappointing. Even though it is in visually excellent condition, the focus throw and the aperture operation feel a bit janky, which has made it less satisfying to shoot with. I haven't used it much. The OM 100/2.8, however, is an excellent bit of glass. Pretty strong chromatic aberration, but it's correctable and otherwise the lens performs very well, even at f/2.8.
I am interested in the Olympus Micro 4/3 cameras. I don't want to purchase any unnecessary lenses. What are your top 2 must have lenses for portrait and wide angle?
I understand that these old Olympus lens were not made for the mft system, hence do u feel any diff in image quality as compared to the native mft lens like the Oly 25mm, 45mm, etc?
Modern lenses perform better at wide-open apertures, but these old lenses look just as good when stopped down. I also feel I get a little IQ benefit from manually focusing, versus autofocus. With magnification on live view, you really can get focus absolutely perfect with a manual lens.
Hello. I am Just at the beginnen of Photography. I am have Not a Lot Money to spend on lenses. So i watch your Videos and decided to buy Old lenses, it was the right decision. I got a zuiko 50mm f 1.4 a amazing lens. Then i bougth the tokina 28 mm f 2.8 lens, i don' t know why but all My Images Looks a little bit grey. the lens Looks fine No dust in it. what did i wrong? sorry for My Bad English.
I use a Olympus epl 6 with the Kit and the two Old lenses. that's all in My bag. I spend My hole Budget on it (300€). i got it all used. I carry it in a normal bag with bubble wrap. But i Look for a good locking cheap bag.
Hard to say what the issue is without seeing photos and knowing more about how you're using the lens. It's possible that the Tokina isn't as good a lens as the Olympus, maybe the coatings aren't great.
Hi, I just wonder when you usually used normal adapter not speed booster, how can you be adjusted to the crop factor. Because on your another vlog you are not using the metabones rather the cheap adapter. Appreciate your awesome works.
Which adaptor manufacturer so you use for this? I have an old 50/1.4 and a 50/1.8 and a 35/2 Olympus OM systemlenses that I want to use with my OMD EM10 Mark ii. Wow I have 24/2.8 too. I have lots of old OM lenses, mostly second hand. They are SO gorgeous. Just some of my favourite things and I want to use them!! I still have some old secondhand OM bodies but want to put them on the OMD EM10ii. Oh a question - what about a flashgun?
No problems. Linear vs. circular polarizers don't care what lens you have, only what type of camera. And with mirrorless cameras, you can use either type. If you use a DSLR with a mirror box, that's when you need to use a circular polarizer. If you don't have a mirror box in the camera, then it doesn't matter. I talk about this in my video about polarizers, if you're interested: czcams.com/video/wBN7b-3bRsk/video.html
Unfortunately going for an expensive metabone adapter limits your options regarding Old manual lenses to a single brand. So far I have An Olympus 50mm f1.8 and a Canon 28mm F2 (on the OM-1n and the AE1 Program) but I can't make my mind about which brand I'd like to go with and keep using el cheapo Chinese adapter. the problem is that they don't seem to be able to correctly focus and there is always a tiny bit of fogginess in the picture I take. I fear this problem could not go away with an expensive metabone which is what refrains me. Overall you are using pretty long lenses as a kit with just the 24mm covering the common 35mm focal and missing your once beloved true 50mm focal completely. I was curious about your old set-up and hoped you could do a review of the 75mm any time soon.
If you have focus problems and fogginess, a Speed Booster will likely not solve the problems. As for mixing lens mounts, some people will get a Speed Booster for Canon EOS, which has a shorter flange distance than most mounts. Then you can use an OM -> EOS adapter to use an OM lens on it.
There are a handful of different lenses you could be talking about. Generally, the Panasonic 12-32 has a wider angle of view than most kit lenses, and it's super super compact. The image quality is also a bit better than from most kit lenses -- I love it at 12mm.
Hei , Michromactic Can you suggest "cheep" wide angle lens, maybe old one for m4/3. I do not have speed booster. I have kit lens with my em10. But f.3.5 ;((( Also i have Lumix 25mm f1,7 what is nice and mostly on my camera. But i want wide angle. Thanks.
Is the kit lens not wide enough? You won't find anything wide and cheap that's faster than f/3.5. You might want to look at the Panasonic 12-32mm, though. It's also f/3.5, but it starts at 12mm which feels quite a bit wider than 14mm. And it's a great little lens.
Olympus OMD EM1 Olympus 40-150 f4-5.6 Olympus 25mm f1.8 Olympus 45mm f1.8 Olympus 12-40 f2.8 Fujian 35mm f1.7 (my favourite) Fujian 25mm f1.4 Samyang/Rokinon 7.5 mm f3.5 fisheye Usually 1 or 2 of my old pentax k mount lenses depending on what I'm in the mood for Not really sure who I'm writing this for. Not very interesting
I agree. They are what convinced me to try out the samyang. I've finally seen the light and realized that the best lens for the job isn't always the sharpest
The A7 is tempting, but I'd want to get an A7ii for the in-body image stabilization, and the Speed Booster actually keeps the package smaller than with a standard adapted (the A7 would require a standard adapter). I think my ideal package -- hypothetically -- is an A6000 + Speed Booster with IBIS.
I sold some of them, and kept others. I used autofocus lenses while in Japan earlier this year just to keep up with the pace of the city, but the kit in this video is what I have with me most of the time these days.
We got her from a shelter that said she's a bluepoint snowshoe. I did a bit of online digging, and IMO she shares some color with that breed, but doesn't totally look like it. I later found the burmese cat breed, which I think she seems to be more like, both in looks and behavior. So probably she is some mix of bluepoint, siamese, burmese, etc.
Michromatic she's adorable, i have a rescue as well, a seal point siamese mixed with some form of gopher (judging by his fur) named Baxter lol,I love this channel man,there is so little content out there for us M/43 shooters,so I appreciate your hard work and the high quality of these vids.
Just what's in the camera. I'm not a rapid shooter -- a busy day for me is 200 frames, and the camera can do that easy without reloading the battery. I'm more of a sniper than a machine gunner, and I typically turn the camera off/on in between shots.
Hello! Not sure if this will get seen here on an older video but it's worth a shot, I was hoping you could tell me what you're using to cover the Velcro on your F-5XA? I have just ordered the same bag and am expecting to want to reduce the ripping noise as soon as it arrives! It looks like you're using something with magnets, but I've had a lot of trouble finding something that will work. Hope you see this, very interested in your response :)
Wow! Thank you so much for the quick reply! Love your channel, it really helped me decide to make the jump from Canon to M4/3 and I'm having so much fun! I'll check out the link :)
It’s been almost 3 years. I’d love to see another “What’s in my camera bag? Update”, Even after all this time, yours is was of the best channels out there.
I do believe he now uses the P30 pro smart phone on his instagram page
it's nice to find a relatively young channel that's straight forward. no click bait. just quality videos.
Thanks Mr P.
This is absolutely 100% correct. I'd rather have quality videos every couple of months instead of 1 video a week w/ 1 out of 10 being quality.
Yay! A new Michromatic show!!! Great update to your bag and lens lineup!! Since you ask: I currently carry an E-M10 ii, typically with kit 14-40mm ED attached. I also have a Pentax SMD 50mm F2 with k-mount adapter and a Vivitar 28mm f 1.8 (also K-mount). I also carry the Fujian 35mm with c-mount adapter. I have one Fotga slim fader variable ND filter that fits both the K-mount lenses. I keep an extra battery, a lens-pen, a small table-top tripod, and an extra SD card. My bag is the Lowepro Street and Field Accessory bag, that I've added a strap and handle to. It is small and compact (about the same size as your new bag). Love it!! BTW, your show is a big inspiration for me, so I hope you add more new episodes!!!
hi, I am new, if we put Pentax 50mm on m43 camera, it will become 100mm, x2 crop factor, is that correct? Thanks.
Yes, that is correct!
Thanks!
This was refreshing. I always feel like I'm the only shooter NOT walking around with a giant bag of gear.
I use an army surplus canteen pouch on a shoulder strap for all my gear. Inside is an E-PL6, 17mm lens, 45mm lens, EVF4, holga lens, an ND filter and a circular polarizing filter.
I'm rockin' a Lumix G7 with the Olympus 12mm, 25mm, and 45mm.
FINALLLLYYYY! Been waiting for more vids man!
Your channel is one of the main reasons I went for the EM5 MkII and the sweet lil 35mm Fujian!
That's a good setup :)
Same, same, the reason why I bought Olympus 45mm as my first prime also.
Love that Fujian 35mm!!! I'm using the E-m 10ii, but otherwise, sounds like we have a very similar setup!!
Could you do a video on more funky lenses like the Fujian? Definitely hidden treasures worth getting!
Mingasaur I did a video about the Helios 44-2. Otherwise, I'm out of ideas :P
more than just "what's in your bag", I love the second part of the question: "and how does that suit your photography style"? - I'm just coming back to photography after a long time away. I loved SLR and have been slow to adopt this digital trend ;) So my bag has the Pen F - because I love knobs and buttons and manual adjustments. I'm exploring the M.Zukio 45mm 1.8, and a 12-50mm zoom -- so that I have a good range for landscape, some nature and street, and also a fast bright prime for street and candid moments.
Glad you are back! I am using Kata National Geographic NG A2200 bag with my Fujufilm X-T10 camera + one of my manual lenses, mostly my favourite Minolta MC Rokkor-PG 50mm f1.4. I really enfoy this light and compact setup.
Just looked it up, that's a nice looking compact bag.
Glad to see you back, I've enjoyed your videos and your Instagram. I have an E-M10 with Panasonic 25mm 1.8 and the Olympus 45mm 1.8. I also carry my OM10 with the 50mm 1.8. I have a dumb adaptor I sometimes use the 50mm on the E-M10. I just can't justify the expense on the metabones adapter. The bag I use is the Lowepro event messenger.
I decided to start off gradually so I went with a used GX-1 body (with only 600 cycles of use) for $98 and a lot of manual glass I bought on eBay. I got very lucky with the lenses. I went with Canon FD to M4/3 adapters as well as one Chinese speed booster (.71x) that's proven a good buy...at only $80. My typical lens load-out includes the Canon 28mm f2.0, Canon 50mm f1.4 (silver filter ring version) and Canon 135mm f2.5. I have plenty of other lenses from Takumars, Hexanons, Nikons, Jupiters to Helios, etc. But the Canon's are good all-arounders for me and I can use the one speed booster across all three. The 135mm is very sharp and even good wide open. The 28mm was an absolute steal...and the 50mm one of my favorite 50's...although my Helios and Hexanon's (f1.4, f1.7) are also terrific. My Jupiter-8 is best for compact street shooting....and it looks very cool on a black GX-1 body.
If you are trying to find a decent Jupiters & Helios, I used the following sources:
www.sovietcams.com/index.php?-1424201095
www.vintagelensesforvideo.com/helios-58mm-comparison/
My Russian Lenses:
- Helios 44-2 58mm (sn#:840xxxxx); M42 mount; f2.0; 49mm filter size. Came with hood and rear cap. $48.00 incl. Shipping [44-2 model "2.c": MMZ - colored lettering]
- Jupiter-8 50mm (sn#581xxxx); Leica/M39 mount; f:2.0; 40.5mm filter size, $10.53+$15.00(shipping)
I was actually considering this camera and this bag when I made the decision to switch away from Nikon.
Instead I ended up going with the Fujifilm X-T1 and paired that with the Fujinon 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 LM OIS WR lens and the Fujinon 27mm f2.8 pancake lens, which is my daily walk around lens.
Then for my bag, I have 7 currently. But the one I use as my EDC bag is the Prince Street messenger bag by ONA.
I shoot an Olympus OM-D E-M5 myself, but I really love the Fujifilm X-T1 too. You made a good choice! I was playing around with one the other day, along with some of the Sony A7 models, and I must say the Fujifilm is a lot more enjoyable.
I'm rocking a Olympus E-M10 MK II, a Oly 25mm F1.8, Sailor Strap and a Tenba DNA 8. When I'm shooting film I use my Pentax Spotmatic, Super Takumar 50mm 1.4, a couple rolls of 35mm and the same bag.
I'm glad to see you're back.
Have you tried putting the Takumar no the EM10?
+Michromatic I haven't. If I adapted the 50mm to M43 would that make it 100mm like normal M43 lenses?
It's the same as if you used a native 50mm Micro 4/3 lens. Crop factor applies.
First thing I thought... that's a sweet kit for landscapes (weather sealing, hi-res option, classic glass!)... then u said it. 2nd thought was the realization that I have serious kit envy right now (especially that camera body... argh!). Great vid!
In my camera bag, I use a "Backpackers" branded bag. Though I have recently purchased a OMP day pack for my camera gear, I find the simple shoulder strap bag to be my go-to bag. Depending on circumstances, I will use either my Vivitar 70-210mm f4.5 (K-Mount) or my Pentax 100-300mm f/4.7 (K-mount) with a K-Micro 4/3s adaptor. But normally, my "Go-To" lenses include the Pentax Takumar 50mm f/2, Sigma 28mm f2.8, two 49mm Olympus colour filters (Yellow and Orange), spare batteries and memory cards, lens pen, cloth, notebook and LED light, my Olympus Pen E-PM1, and the Olympus EVF (4th gen).
I'm rolling with a jet black E-P5 with the LB-EP5 grip from Fotga. I use (with an adapter) a Minolta 58mm 1.2. The grip helps compensate for all of the weight in the front. For sports, I use a Canon FD "beercan" 70-210 F4. I bought the E-P5 last year for $200 open box from eBay. The total cost I spent for my gear is around $300.
That's a great kit for $300. I've still got my E-P5 (in fact, I used it to record the unbagging), great little camera.
That 70-210 is a beast!
I tend to go out with one of two set ups. If I'm just out and about for the day, with no direct intention of shooting, I carry my Lowepro Passport Sling with an EM5mk2, the olympus 25 1.8, the panasonic 14mm 2.5, and sometimes the Olympus 60mm 2.8 macro. Between the camera and those two lenses I still have enough room to carry a waterbottle and other small odds and ends, even a sweatshirt if I really needed to.
If I'm going out specifically to shoot, or just feel like "keeping me eyes on" a bit more I'll go out with my Domke F2 filled with my Pentax K1, and old Sigma 24mm Superwide Macro from like the late 90s i think, and the Pentax FA 35mm F2. The third lens is either the Pentax FA 50mm 1.7, the DFA 50mm 2.8 Macro, or the Helios 44-2 58mm F2 which is fantastic for portraits. Thats usually my set up. If I'm shooting an event I'll carry the DFA 28-105 3.5-5.6 so I can keep one versatile lens on and back it up with the 35mm and a 50mm for low light.
I'm shooting portraits or specifically macro I'll bring the Helios and the Pentax DFA 100mm 2.8 macro as they work fantastically for that purpose.
I have a few more random lenses that i've accumulated which I'll sometimes sub out if I want a challange or if I need a specific purpose filled but I tend to stick with the 24-35-50mm combo most of the time!
Hi Good to see that your back making videos - my camera bag contains 2 lenses everyday - the OM - 28 MM and the OM -50 mm - using an OMD EM - 10 , i also use the Panasonic - 45 to 200 mm while shooting sports
Please keep posting new videos
I see we have similar tastes in lenses.
Awesome videos! I actually have the Domke F-6 bag as sort of a "purse". I keep my Panasonic GH4 with the Voigtlander 17.5/0.95 pretty much glued to it along with my Leica M2 with a Voigtlander 35/1.4. Then there's my Canon FD 50mm with the m43 adaptor and some accessories. I keep it simple since I only every use 35mm lenses for street photography!
thanks for sharing! I am shooting with 2 cameras and a few lenses:
GX8 - mainly the 12-40 pro on there
GX80/85 - with 7.5 fisheye, 15/1.7, 25/1.4, 45/2.8 macro (Leica trio)
As you can probably tell from the line up, I am shooting pretty much everything except distant subjects close up. Love how compact M43 is!
I actually have 2 bags a bigger domke and a smaller one (the model numbers escape me at the moment). In the larger bag I have my "art" kit which are all my primes. The Zeiss ZF f1.4 trilogy (35, 50, and 85), an old Nippon Kogaku 24mm f2.8, a Tokina AT-X Pro 17mm f3.5, a Nikkor Micro 105mm f2.8, an old AIS Nikkor 135 f2.8, and another old AI series IF ED 300mm f4.5. I bed all of these down with my Fuji XT-1 and a metabones for F lens to X mount camera.
My other bag is my sport kit as its all AF zooms. In it are the 3 Nikon "dragon" D series lenses; the 20-35 f2.8, the 35-70 f2.8, and the 80-200 f2.8 (the second gen two touch version). All these go together with my Nikon D700. I am a fan of old shit apparently. Great vid I always enjoy seeing my favorite youtube photogs and what they shoot with/ carry with them.
Panasonic GX7 with 14mm f2.5. One camera, one lens, all you need really ;)
what we did not see in bag was extra memory card or batteries.
would also a tripod be used or just hand held
but it is nice not to see a small light weight set up
alot of people seem to carry the kitchen sink
I don't carry spare batteries or memory cards. I'm a pretty conservative shooter with a relatively high keeper rate -- which just means I don't go through batteries and memory cards in a single day, so no need to carry spares. I have a tripod, but really only break it out for night photography. Stabilization in my camera is good enough for any daytime shots.
Nice update. I just got the Lowepro Event Messenger 100 and though it's small and compact, it hold my E-PL6, Oly 50mm 1.8, Vivitar 28mm 2.8, Sigma 19mm 2.8, and both kit lenses very well. I have the Oly 35mm 2.8 on the so way so I think the kit lenses will get demoted. Plan to do a video soon.
Is the 35/2.8 an OM lens?
+Michromatic Sure is. You got me hooked on the OM lenses! From reviews I've read, it's not terribly sharp wide open on the edges, but I got it at auction for under $40 shipped, so I thought that was a good value to at least check it out. Also, I haven't messed with any 35mm lenses on m43 but I enjoy the 28mm focal distance on my Vivitar FD lens.
Still rocking my E-PM2. Most of the time I have the Oly 35mm f1.8 attached to it, but I bring along the 45mm as well as the Pana 14mm+wide angle adaptor. Have been missing a view finder ever since I sold my Nikon 3100 though...
Glad to see you back. Try and make more videos!
I will try :)
good to see a new video, thanks mate.
I recommend using lense hoods.
My 1.4/50 is a late MC version but still washes-out pretty easily.
We need more photography videos in this channel 😢
-Sony a6500
-Sigma Art 18-35mm f/1.8 for landscape
-SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 for street & portrait
-SMC Takumar 135mm f/2.5 for stalking
First you start to switching to primes and now you moved to manual lenses. Congrats. You become samurai in terms of simple is enough.
My camera bag has a
Canon AE1 Program
50mm 1.8 lens
70-200mm lens
2x lens adapter
and 4rolls of 35mm film
I've been waiting for this - THANK YOU! I was watching your previous what's-in-my bag episode again last week while thinking of switching to Domke 5XA from the smaller camera backpack from Chrome (I don't look cool enough to carry Chrome bags to begin with). Going from one GAS to another GAS, from lenses to bags now....
You don't get a Chrome bag because you're cool, you're cool because you get a Chrome bag.
Allegedly.
When I was looking for a camera bag a couple of years ago, I first bought a Chrome Niko Sling. I ended up returning it very quickly. It's not as well-made as their traditional bags but was still priced high. The Domke appealed to me next, and didn't let me down. Nice build, and reasonably priced (especially if you can catch them on Amazon when on sale).
And the buckle is cool but as heavy as the bag itself. Agreed, since it seems everyone has it, it certainly doesn't make one look like a bad*ss as he wishes to be. Mine is OMD-EM5ii also, even the smaller Niko model has enough room to carry everything I have - missing the whole point to own a small camera. Here comes happy shopping on Amazon! Thank you again!
> And the buckle is cool but as heavy as the bag itself
True that!
Currently using an ONA Brixton bag and carrying my EM1 with 12-40 F2.8 and 45 F1.8, plus one extra grip with batteries and some cleaning tools, and one SIRUI 29mm carbon tripod. I am planing selling the bag and all systems and bag, then go to an EM5II with 7-14 F2.8 and 75 F1.8, a 100mm filter holder system and a peak design everyday bag. Photography is an expensive hobbit lol
It certainly can be. The quest for the best fit. It's not all a waste though -- I think there's some value in the gear churn, to find out what you like best. I think I've found it. I've barely spent anything on photography gear this year.
wooooooooo he's alive!
Man I got back from my trip to Japan and photographing my normal life has seemed so boring. The itch is coming back, though :)
+Michromatic it'd be great to see some of your favorite shots you took in between videos. You've got great talent. I'm getting excited to see what the em1ii brings to the table.
I carry an OM-D E-M5, the Oly 45mm, 25mm, 17mm, and Rokinon 7.5mm Fisheye. If I'm packing light I just do the camera body and the 17mm 1.8.
Someone likes wides!
I luuuuuuuuuuuv my EM5-II, it's the exact same size as my old Nikon FE SLR so you have that fun feel like you're on an old film camera.
I notice that you have a speed boosted 50mm f/1.4 and a 100mm f/2.8. You could just pull the speedbooster off the 50mm and basically have the same 35mm eq. focal length and DoF of the 100mm. Then you could pare down the weight by 1 more lens (although it's not as fun as having more lenses.
The 100/2.8, when on a Speed Booster, is equivalent to 140mm, so still longer than a 50mm on a standard adapter. Plus the other benefits of a Speed Booster (added light, improved sharpness).
Throw a 25mm voigtlander nokton .95 mft mount on, amazingly beautiful lens, no adapter. Have one on my E-M1, never take it off
I have the 50mm 1.4 as well and love it, need to try the 24 and 100mm out, keep up the good work
Very neat. I use almost exactly the same equivalent with three rangefinder lenses on the A7II A 35mm, 75mm and I just got a 135mm again, all manual :)
But a lot of the times I like 50mm as well (maybe I could just switch on APS-C with the 35mm)
Maybe if you add in a normal OM-m43 adapter so you can also have that little extra reach or in-between focal length if you need to, but simpler = better.
Yeah, I thought that this trio would effectively give me 6 different focal lengths, but in reality I almost never bring the standard OM adapter since I got the Speed Booster. When I do use the standard adapter, it's on the 24/2.8 for that 50mm view :)
Glad you're back!
Great video as always. 😃 I carry a rather large bag (lowepro format 160) for my car with the following lenses (all olympus): 24f2,8 ,28f2,8 ,35f2,8 ,50f1,4 ,85f2 ,100f2,8, 135f3,5 ,200f4 and 300f4,5 with at speed Booster for Sony mount, as I use the Sony A6000. And it is partially thanks to you that I started collecting the Olympus series. looking forward to the next video :)
Ooh, that's a nice collection of OMs. That 85/2.0...
I might be using Sony instead if they ever add IBIS to the A6000 series.
+Michromatic The 85mm was a bit difficult to get. But it is a great lense it has the same physical size as the 100mm.
I agree IBIS would be nice to have on the A6000 series, but I don't really notice it as it is my first real mirror less camera. and I'm still new to it.
If you want you can check out my instagram: mirovtia 😃
+Michromatic interesting, is IBIS the main differentiator for you? I'm trying to figure out if the increased ISO performance of the a6000 would offset the shutter speed advantages of the stabilization. Guessing it depends most on whether the subject is moving, right?
> ...interesting, is IBIS the main differentiator for you?
Yes, at least on paper -- I haven't used Sony's cameras extensively so I'm not sure if there are other advantages / weaknesses in handling and functionality that would sway me. But on paper, IBIS is the missing piece.
Part of it is for stability during exposure. ISO performance can make up some of that, sure. But my main reason for wanting IBIS is for improved manual focus.
I use magnification in the live preview to nail manual focus. When you're magnified 10x, any motion in the camera makes it difficult to nail focus. With image stabilization, the 10x magnified view is also stabilized (at least on Olympus cameras) and it makes manual focus a breeze.
Wow great point, wouldn't have thought that. Thanks so much for the detailed reply!
Hi, nice video. I have a think tank retrospective 5, OMD EM-5 MKII, OMD 12-40 F2.8 Pro, nikkor F1.8 50mm. nikkor 70-250mm and metabone adapter. OEM flash. Polarizer and 10 stop neutral filter.
Never miss for so long always hope your videos :)
Ive gone with a similar setup - I still use the old Domke F-5XB, and even though I carry only 3 lenses, when I eventually upgrade to a new camera Ill be carrying two cams in it.
Aside from my GM1, some polarising filters, spare batteries and a Lenspen, I pack the Oly 25 f/1.8 and the Panny 42.5 f/1.7, as well as the super sharp super tiny 12-32 Panny kit lens. I'd like to replace the latter with a faster wide prime, and am torn between the 15mm Panaleica, or just spending a little extra for the metabones and grabbing some legacy primes. That speed booster is so pricy though. :(
Check out the Lens Turbo II. It seems to do pretty well in image quality tests, and it's much cheaper than the Metabones.
I like that 12-32mm, though. I got one with my GM5 and was pretty impressed with it on a recent trip to Japan.
I would say the Leica/Panasonic lenses are better, on other hand they are better on Panasonic body - they have faster AF etc. Anyway its really taste option.
In my bag is GX7 + Panasonic 20mm f1.7 mk2 (which is compromise between Leica 15mm and Leica 25mm) + Panasonic 45-150 f4/5.6 + polarised filters. My shoots are 90% JPEGs.
M43 and Leica systems have the best lenses ever.
Great video, I use adapted lenses as well as the mft lenses.
Sold off my canon kit recently and got a E-P5, 25/1.8 and 45/1.8. Just starting to find interesting mft related youtube content... btw the old pen was "half frame" afaik, only covering half of a 35mm frame. And mft is actually exactly the same with it's crop factor of 2..
Ooooh been thinking of buying this camera all day, with the pancake zoom to replace my ageing Fuji X10, so a timely watch. If I am carrying a main camera I also carry a zoom compact. The thinking is that this Olympus can do this job and also replace my Nikon D7100 for nature at the other end if i buy a longer lens. My Nikon has been reduced to zoo trips since I got a Leica X113 as my main street camera. I only carry one main camera as i only use one compartment in my ONA Brixton, the rest is usual handbag junk like makeup umbrella tablet phone etc. I only use primes now with my serious camera, if I want a second lens i put it in a CCS padded bag and throw it on top of my junk. So I would use this camera with zoom in a padded bag next to my Leica then, at the Zoo the Micro 4/3 would move into the main compartment with a long lens and my Olympus tough TG-3 would move to the padded bag to provide the short zoom. I also like the idea of using my Leica and Nikon primes with the adaptor ;-)
Seems you've thought about this for a while :)
Gosh forgot I watched this a year ago and commented. How did I turn out? I bought a used Panasonic GX7 to complement my Leica X113 with a 14-140 to replace my Nikon on trips and to try out the MFT system. Well it blew me away. So I bought 17mm f1.8 and 45mm f1.8 Olympus primes for my new camera and the whole Nikon thing was redundant; I added the panasonic 25mm f1.7 as it was so cheap and sold all my modern Nikon just keeping my FM2n and 3 Nikkor D primes for film use when I feel like a nostalgia trip. Nothing really gives better images than my Leica X113 but I have to admit I prefer using the GX7 which gives it a run for its money quality wise. When Panasonic brings all its models up to their latest spec next year I will probably upgrade to either a new Panasonic or Olympus 20MP body; I will assess them at that time. The primes are so sharp that they will easily take a useable 300% crop so I am finding that assigning a x2 digital zoom to a function button gives me the equivalent of 35-70mm, 50-100mm & 90-180mm at f1.8 without using a zoom; my 14-140mm is good for holiday trips but rarely gets a run out now. I just like using primes. So my usual day bag has either a Leica X113 or my GX7 with a prime depending on needs and my TG-3 to provide a zoom. I can always throw a second lens in a padded bag on top if I think I may need one. I am getting fantastic pictures and it is all so light; I dont miss DSLRs at all ;-)
Hi Mark
Please share a video showing how to use focus peaking with manual lenses .
Regards
Gladdy
I talk about manual focus techniques in this video: czcams.com/video/C8ZLhblcSBI/video.html
Spoiler: Focus peaking is cool, but it's not my favorite way to focus.
Love your channel; wish you'd put out more content!
I had a minolta 135mm 2.8 on e-m1 wow what a lens does the speed booster help much
I really like your videos, they're clear, to the point, and practical. My only wish is you'd review some sort of good m34 macro lenses for the Olympus E-M5 Mark 2; on a budget (tamron? sigma?), and with fancier features olympus/panasonic image stabilization.
Have you considered getting into film photography and actually getting an Olympus film camera? You already have the lenses, and a good Olympus film camera body shouldn't cost a lot, and if you already enjoy using manual lenses you'll probably enjoy going full manual!
Absolutely, I've considered it. I really like the simplicity of those film cameras, and like the idea of getting original angles of view through my lenses. Unfortunately, I know I will get frustrated with the time and trouble of film. It's such a process to get a photo from camera to computer.
Michromatic That is unfortunately true haha
But most of the people I've watched or read online say the same thing: once you get your pictures back, you'll realise it's worth it.
Now I'm like you and the thought of going through so much hassle just to get pictures is what's stopping me from getting into film photography, but the more and more I watch videos and appreciate film pictures I can't help but just fall in love with that medium and tackle its annoyances but in the end get some pretty neat pictures.
Jaaay! New video! Awesome
I like a two camera/two lens setup, no changing :) Though, TBH, it is a little frustrating when it's two different cameras, even E-M5 I vs II. I've been trying an Ona Bowery, but dunno if I can keep it. I want to carry my water bottle with me too much.
And nice touch on the magnets it looks like? I have a Retro 5 too I wanted to do that... but also need to sell it, ha. But how's it working out?
I got a "magnet retrofit" kit from this website: www.fighterdesignusa.com/magnetic-retrofit-kits/
It won't ruin your bag -- they just attach to the velcro, and come off easy when you want them to. The magnets are pretty good, but don't cover up the bag's velcro entirely, so there is still some residual velcro connection. Largely, though, they've made the bag much quieter in operation.
damn son madd long time between vids. It's ok me too, have a lot going on so I can totally understand. Love your videos, and content, keep up the good work!
Hi! Thanks for your video! Between Olympus Pen e-pl9 and om-d 10 mark III, which one could you recommend? For me pen has lots of benefits like weight, size, flipping screen, style, BUT one big minus - no 5 axis stabilization(
Hey, thanks for finally posting a new video :-) . Great to see that you have simplified your lens choices down to just three lenses. Do you miss the UWA focal range at all or you prefer to stitch panos ?
35mm-equivalent is about as wide as I like to shoot -- I'm not super comfortable with wider focal lengths. I'm a-okay with stitching, though stitching won't give you the same image as a wider angle of view.
Glad you're back Mark! I'm also sporting the Zuiko 50mm on my E-M5. I found that I truly enjoy the slower and more conscious process of using old, manual lenses.
So, checking out your flickr, I was wondering if this old school approach was somehow mirrored in your editing on the pc. What is you workflow? What software do you use? Maybe this would make a great video. Thank you!
Lately I use Photoshop + Adobe Camera Raw. I've been thinking of how to do a video on post processing, definitely something I want to do.
Short version: I keep it simple and try to keep the images looking natural. Processing focuses on getting color right, and using contrast to guide the eye.
I came across your videos and like them. what is a good beginner 4/3 camera and lenses? Keep up the videos learned a lot.
An EM10 + 25mm lens is my suggestion for best bang for the buck :)
to use old lens, why don't choose a full frame camera like α7. So you don't have to pay for a speedbooster.
Great video and having just bought an e-m10 m2, I'm loving your videos! Just curious as to what advantage do you have over say Olympus 17mm f1. 8 when using Olympus 24 f2.8 with crazy expensive speedbooster?
Hello,
I'm not sure if you're still checking comments on this video but I have a question in regards to the OMD EM5 ii. You mentioned that you can display the histogram at the same time as the magnification in the EVF. How do you enable this? I have the same camera and am interested in checking this out.
Cheers
First of all, I would like to congratulate you on this channel.
I have a question regarding my equipment, wich is a D7000 with the prime lens set 35mm, 50mm and 85mm. I really like the bokeh effect from those lens, so my question is, will i be able to get the same bokeh with the micro 4/3? i´m thinking about going with the Olympus EM5 because of the size of the camera.
Sorry if i made some mistakes, english is not my native language.
The answer to that question is complicated. Generally speaking, a Micro 4/3 camera will give you less bokeh than an APS-C camera like the D7000, but it all depends on the lenses you're using, and the distance between the camera, the subject, and the background.
loving your channel. Just got an EM10 with the 45-150mm f4.0-4.56 lens. looking for a really solid entry level portrait lens, but not sure which one. any thoughts?
Olympus 45/1.8 or the Panasonic 42.5/1.7 IMO.
you can get plenty of good quality focal reducers that don't cost an arm and a leg if you only shoot manual. it seems a little excessive to have the speed boster if you're only doing manual photography. here's an example of one: www.vintagelensesforvideo.com/lensturbo2-vs-speedbooster/
I believe Metabones is the only focal reducer that does OM -> Micro 4/3.
You got me there in fairness. What I have is a canon eos one. Then I've adapters on my vintage glass for canon. I can then use m42, pk, om and Nikon glass on the same adapter with no issues. It also means I can share with canon users on jobs.
***** I've considered a similar route if I ever get a Sony APS-C camera to play with.
Nice to have you back, thanks for the video. Since I've gotten the Micro Olympus system I've shrunk down to a small Lowepro and since it's so small I wear it over one shoulder rather than carrying my old back pack . . . much more convenient! I've recent moved the west coast, central coastal California, and so is drier and dustier . . . wondering if it's worth changing my OM E10 to and dust proof model . . . what do you think?
Dunno, do you have any issues with dust right now? Probably only an issue in extreme conditions.
Dunno, do you have any issues with dust right now? Probably only an issue in extreme conditions.
Not that I know of . . . I'm just thinking that sometimes I'm changing lenses near the beaches. . . Though I never bring the camera right to the beach.
Maurice Richard Keep in mind, when changing your lens even a weather-sealed camera is vulnerable.
How true . . . So I'll be careful when changing lenses and enjoy what I have . . . Thanks again.
hey man, its been a really long time since the last vid. Can you make a vid on that 100mm oly lens ??? BTW how is you experience with the Helios44-2 ?? I also shoot only with manual lens. I have 3 Helios lenses, a Jupiter 11 135mm f4 lens and an Industar 26m 50mm f2.8. You should check them out. really killer glass !
Honestly, my experience with the Helios was disappointing. Even though it is in visually excellent condition, the focus throw and the aperture operation feel a bit janky, which has made it less satisfying to shoot with. I haven't used it much.
The OM 100/2.8, however, is an excellent bit of glass. Pretty strong chromatic aberration, but it's correctable and otherwise the lens performs very well, even at f/2.8.
I am interested in the Olympus Micro 4/3 cameras. I don't want to purchase any unnecessary lenses. What are your top 2 must have lenses for portrait and wide angle?
Olympus 45/1.8 or Panasonic 42.5/1.7 for portrait.
For wide angle, check out the Panasonic 12-32mm zoom lens. So good and so small.
I understand that these old Olympus lens were not made for the mft system, hence do u feel any diff in image quality as compared to the native mft lens like the Oly 25mm, 45mm, etc?
Modern lenses perform better at wide-open apertures, but these old lenses look just as good when stopped down. I also feel I get a little IQ benefit from manually focusing, versus autofocus. With magnification on live view, you really can get focus absolutely perfect with a manual lens.
Hello. I am Just at the beginnen of Photography. I am have Not a Lot Money to spend on lenses. So i watch your Videos and decided to buy Old lenses, it was the right decision. I got a zuiko 50mm f 1.4 a amazing lens. Then i bougth the tokina 28 mm f 2.8 lens, i don' t know why but all My Images Looks a little bit grey. the lens Looks fine No dust in it. what did i wrong?
sorry for My Bad English.
I use a Olympus epl 6 with the Kit and the two Old lenses. that's all in My bag. I spend My hole Budget on it (300€). i got it all used. I carry it in a normal bag with bubble wrap. But i Look for a good locking cheap bag.
Hard to say what the issue is without seeing photos and knowing more about how you're using the lens. It's possible that the Tokina isn't as good a lens as the Olympus, maybe the coatings aren't great.
Hi, I just wonder when you usually used normal adapter not speed booster, how can you be adjusted to the crop factor. Because on your another vlog you are not using the metabones rather the cheap adapter. Appreciate your awesome works.
Afandi Sitamala You're not. You just pick lenses that will be the right focal length with the crop factor.
If you use a om to 4/3 adapter you will have 6 lenses
Man I love this channel...as a M43 shooter. Its quite helpful.
Silly question; but can you tell me which of the 3 lenses you use most?
Thanks,
The 50mm for sure.
Which adaptor manufacturer so you use for this? I have an old 50/1.4 and a 50/1.8 and a 35/2 Olympus OM systemlenses that I want to use with my OMD EM10 Mark ii. Wow I have 24/2.8 too. I have lots of old OM lenses, mostly second hand. They are SO gorgeous. Just some of my favourite things and I want to use them!! I still have some old secondhand OM bodies but want to put them on the OMD EM10ii. Oh a question - what about a flashgun?
I always thought that you needed a linear polarizer for non-digital lenses. Any problems using a circular one with your vintage OM lenses?
No problems. Linear vs. circular polarizers don't care what lens you have, only what type of camera. And with mirrorless cameras, you can use either type.
If you use a DSLR with a mirror box, that's when you need to use a circular polarizer. If you don't have a mirror box in the camera, then it doesn't matter.
I talk about this in my video about polarizers, if you're interested: czcams.com/video/wBN7b-3bRsk/video.html
Unfortunately going for an expensive metabone adapter limits your options regarding Old manual lenses to a single brand. So far I have An Olympus 50mm f1.8 and a Canon 28mm F2 (on the OM-1n and the AE1 Program) but I can't make my mind about which brand I'd like to go with and keep using el cheapo Chinese adapter. the problem is that they don't seem to be able to correctly focus and there is always a tiny bit of fogginess in the picture I take. I fear this problem could not go away with an expensive metabone which is what refrains me.
Overall you are using pretty long lenses as a kit with just the 24mm covering the common 35mm focal and missing your once beloved true 50mm focal completely.
I was curious about your old set-up and hoped you could do a review of the 75mm any time soon.
If you have focus problems and fogginess, a Speed Booster will likely not solve the problems. As for mixing lens mounts, some people will get a Speed Booster for Canon EOS, which has a shorter flange distance than most mounts. Then you can use an OM -> EOS adapter to use an OM lens on it.
What is the difference between the kit lens that comes with the OMD and the Panasonic 12 - 32mm lens. Their specs are similar.
There are a handful of different lenses you could be talking about. Generally, the Panasonic 12-32 has a wider angle of view than most kit lenses, and it's super super compact. The image quality is also a bit better than from most kit lenses -- I love it at 12mm.
Kit lenses are nearly always shit
Hei , Michromactic
Can you suggest "cheep" wide angle lens, maybe old one for m4/3. I do not have speed booster. I have kit lens with my em10. But f.3.5 ;((( Also i have Lumix 25mm f1,7 what is nice and mostly on my camera. But i want wide angle. Thanks.
Is the kit lens not wide enough? You won't find anything wide and cheap that's faster than f/3.5.
You might want to look at the Panasonic 12-32mm, though. It's also f/3.5, but it starts at 12mm which feels quite a bit wider than 14mm. And it's a great little lens.
Well this bag work with my Panasonic lumix g7 with kit lens?
Sure, why not?
new video after few month just for show up?
How is the quality of the pictures of the 50mm with Metabones wide-open ?
what is the focal length of all the lens in 35mm equ when using speedbooster?
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I thought the Olympus OMD EM1 Mark ii was the top line camera?
I think it is but it costs a fortune as do most top end cameras. The EM5 is the middle model really IMHO.
You're not able to transfer RAW over wifi yet, right?
Nawp :(
Olympus OMD EM1
Olympus 40-150 f4-5.6
Olympus 25mm f1.8
Olympus 45mm f1.8
Olympus 12-40 f2.8
Fujian 35mm f1.7 (my favourite)
Fujian 25mm f1.4
Samyang/Rokinon 7.5 mm f3.5 fisheye
Usually 1 or 2 of my old pentax k mount lenses depending on what I'm in the mood for
Not really sure who I'm writing this for. Not very interesting
The Fujians are the best kept secret in photography -- phenomenal lenses.
I agree. They are what convinced me to try out the samyang. I've finally seen the light and realized that the best lens for the job isn't always the sharpest
The Fujinons TV for 1inch sensors are much better kept secret :D and much better then the Fujians
Does the image circle actually fill the sensor? Is there much vignetting?
+TomWalker from 25mm to 75mm does not vignete 25mm and 35mm just in the angles of the image, 12,5mm and wider vigenete.
Nice interesting video.
Em5ii + Metabones ?
I think a used A7 would be cheaper and not much bigger?
The A7 is tempting, but I'd want to get an A7ii for the in-body image stabilization, and the Speed Booster actually keeps the package smaller than with a standard adapted (the A7 would require a standard adapter). I think my ideal package -- hypothetically -- is an A6000 + Speed Booster with IBIS.
@@Michromatic a6600 or xpro3
when we put OM 50mm with an adapter on EM5, are we getting a 50mm or 100mm lens? Thanks.
It's always a 50mm lens. Crop applies regardless of what the lens was originally built for. czcams.com/video/oyijtQNl824/video.html
Many thanks. I found your channel like 2 weeks ago, loving it ever since. Like others said, please do more when you have time!
+Michromatic what did you do with your AF Olympus lenses? Did you sell them all?
I sold some of them, and kept others. I used autofocus lenses while in Japan earlier this year just to keep up with the pace of the city, but the kit in this video is what I have with me most of the time these days.
Awesome vid, is your cat a bluepoint siamese?
We got her from a shelter that said she's a bluepoint snowshoe. I did a bit of online digging, and IMO she shares some color with that breed, but doesn't totally look like it. I later found the burmese cat breed, which I think she seems to be more like, both in looks and behavior.
So probably she is some mix of bluepoint, siamese, burmese, etc.
Michromatic she's adorable, i have a rescue as well, a seal point siamese mixed with some form of gopher (judging by his fur) named Baxter lol,I love this channel man,there is so little content out there for us M/43 shooters,so I appreciate your hard work and the high quality of these vids.
excuse me, i'd like to know which lens you use to take video for this episode? it's such a pretty lens.
Most of this was recorded with the Panasonic 20/1.7 lens.
thanks guys
Why dont you use a dumb focal reducer for the manual lenses.?
The Metabones for OM is a dumb adapter -- no electronic connections.
Michromatic Oh I thought it had, Im sorry. I am about to get one a mitakon focal reducer for my helios m42 lens. I see we have very similar gear haha
how many batteries do you carry on a shoot
Just what's in the camera. I'm not a rapid shooter -- a busy day for me is 200 frames, and the camera can do that easy without reloading the battery. I'm more of a sniper than a machine gunner, and I typically turn the camera off/on in between shots.
I have a 1000mm - 2000mm lens and 3 cannon 5dsr with 2 umbrella stand flashes
They should fit in that bag
Hello! Not sure if this will get seen here on an older video but it's worth a shot, I was hoping you could tell me what you're using to cover the Velcro on your F-5XA? I have just ordered the same bag and am expecting to want to reduce the ripping noise as soon as it arrives! It looks like you're using something with magnets, but I've had a lot of trouble finding something that will work. Hope you see this, very interested in your response :)
Wow, good eye. I used this magnetic "retrofit" kit: amzn.to/2v2tMM0
Wow! Thank you so much for the quick reply! Love your channel, it really helped me decide to make the jump from Canon to M4/3 and I'm having so much fun! I'll check out the link :)
what is the shoulder strap you are using?
Good video! What camera do you vlog with?
This video was recorded on a Panasonic GM5 + Olympus 25/1.8 lens.
Thanks!
Are you still using the Zuiko 38 f1.8 (half frame)???
I still have it glued to my E-P5 :) But I don't use it that often these days.
Do you use lens hoods with your lenses?
Naw, too much bulk / hassle for too little benefit, for my tastes.