The OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1X was just announced and we were lucky enough to get our hands on the camera well before the announcement. We filmed with it, tested it, and are now happy to share our thoughts about its video capabilities and overall performance. (All information is related only to the video functionality of the camera). Two years and a bit after their last major announcement, OLYMPUS can pride themselves with having a new camera – the E-M1X. As you can see, I’m very careful about NOT calling it the new “flagship” camera, as both, the OM-D E-M Mark II and the new OM-D E-M1X will co-exist in OLYMPUS’ portfolio, allowing them to target a wider variety of users with different photo/filming needs and budgets. OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1X – Overview Unlike Panasonic, who are chartering new (Full Frame) fields, OLYMPUS seems to concentrate on supporting their joint Micro 4/3 camera system. I’m not indicating that Panasonic is about to desert that camera format, but as a matter fact, they are now introducing the new S1R and S1 Full Frame cameras. It is yet to be seen how this is going to affect the development of their GH, Micro 4/3 camera line, but naturally, their resources are now being invested in an alternative direction. When talking to OLYMPUS, it is clear that their main focus/concept hasn’t been changed. Freedom to shoot and mobility are still the essence of the Micro 4/3 system and this is why I was so surprised when...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 24 January, 2019