Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (Kit) Black

MPN: OM-D E-M1 Mark II  |  EAN: 4545350050863  |  Model: OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO

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Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (Kit) Black - OM-D E-M1 Mark II Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Events Photography
Very Good
Home Videos
Very Good
4K Videos
Very Good
Sports Photography
Very Good
Vlogging
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Very Good
Time-lapse Videos
Very Good
Travel
Just Right
Astronomy Photography
Just Right
Live Streaming
Very Good
Wildlife Photography
Very Good
Everyday Life Photography
Very Good
Event Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Very Good
WiFi Connectivity
Very Good
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Very Good
Bluetooth Connectivity
Very Good
Camera Body with Lens
Very Good

Kind of Camera

The Mirror-less Camera is a very good option for taking those shots with a professional flair. The ability to change lenses and tweak a variety of photo settings can be quite powerful. 

Photography Skillset

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO will satisfy your needs.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 121  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Olympus device is a very good option!

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Olympus provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (17.3 x 13 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.

Other Video needs

Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Olympus's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO has a sensor size of 17.3 x 13 mm (mm) which is crucial for capturing as much light information as possible when taking photographs of the cosmos. The ability to shoot and store images as RAW files and not just JPEG is important for this kind of photography. This model delivers on that!

There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO is a really good choice. 

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 17.3 x 13 mm(mm) sensor size, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Olympus is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO is a breeze.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 17.3 x 13 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Style

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II + ED 12-40mm PRO is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (Kit) Black - OM-D E-M1 Mark II Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type MILC
Material Magnesium
Operating Temperature (T-T) -10 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Built-in Processor Yes
Camera File System DCF, Exif 2.3, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Languages Support Multi
Photo Effects 1
Scene Modes Portrait
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
Shooting Modes Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter priority
White Balance Auto, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten, Underwater
Flash
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±3EV (1/2, 1/3, 1 EV step)
Flash Guide Number 12.9 m
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 1/8000 s
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 121
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Closest Focusing Distance 0.2 m
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 200, 25600, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 200
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 60 s
Video
4K Video Capable Yes
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type 4K Ultra HD
Live stream capable 1
Max FPS @4K 30
Maximum Video Resolution 4096 x 2160 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 60 fps
Resolution At Capture Speed 640x480@30fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@50fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@24fps, 3840x2160@25fps, 3840x2160@30fps, 4096x2160@24fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 1:1, 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVI, H.264, M-JPEG, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160, 4096 x 2160 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported LPCM, WAV
Audio Noise Reduction Yes
Audio System Stereo
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Headphone Output Type 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Voice Recording Yes
Wind Filter Yes
Lens System
Focal Length Range (f-f) 12 - 40 mm
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Micro Four Thirds
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 14/9
Maximum Aperture Number 22
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 80 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 2.8
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 24 mm
Number Of Diaphragm Blades 7
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Display LCD
Display Aspect Ratio 3:2
Display Diagonal 3
Display Resolution (numeric) 1037000 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Flip-out Screen Yes
Live View Yes
Touchscreen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 - 2
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 4/3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 17.3 x 13 mm
Megapixel 20.4 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 21.8 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor TruePic VIII
Self-timer Yes
Other Features
Image Editing Resizing, Trimming
Interval Recording 1
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type Micro
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB Port Yes
USB Version 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1)
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 440 shots
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Bundled Software Olympus Viewer
Cables Included USB
Hand Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 68.9 mm
Height 90.9 mm
Lens Diameter 69.9 mm
Lens Length 84 mm
Weight 498 g
Weight (including Battery) 574 g
Width 134.1 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 5184 x 3888 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 8160 x 6120, 5760 x 4320, 10368 x 7776
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 30 - 90 %