Author Topic: Will this be the newest Olympus Micro Four Thirds camera? (Read 1897 times)

voyager · « **on:** December 30, 2011, 01:54:35 PM »

Although this model is just a tad dated, recent rumors point that for the PMA show starting on January 10th, Olympus will release a weather sealed Micro Four Thirds camera with a built in viewfinder. The question is whether or not the camera will take a rangefinder shape, or a more traditional DSLR form factor. Other questions include what sensor the new camera will be using, and if accessories such as a Four Thirds to Micro Four Thirds weather sealed adapter will be made available.

What do you think the new camera will bring?

Agent00soul · « **Reply #1 on:** December 30, 2011, 02:16:02 PM »

The big question is of course if Olympus will have a new sensor already.
Remember, the E-P3 sensor was supposed to be new when it came out only half a year ago.
On the other hand, there might not be much point in releasing a new, higher end camera with the E-P3 sensor.
According to Olympus officials, the new camera is not going to be a Pen, but the first model in a new, higher end series.

voyager · « **Reply #2 on:** December 30, 2011, 03:32:56 PM »

I don't see why it wouldn't at least have the GX1 sensor.

Agent00soul · « **Reply #3 on:** December 31, 2011, 06:58:54 AM »

Quote from: voyager on December 30, 2011, 03:32:56 PM

I don't see why it wouldn't at least have the GX1 sensor.

If the sensor is from Panasonic, it will most likely be based on the one in the GX1/G3. The question is what changes Olympus did to the E-P3 sensor to enable the fast AF. Can they do the same changes to the GX1 sensor or maybe it doesn't have to be changed?

javarob75 · « **Reply #4 on:** December 31, 2011, 08:33:33 AM »

I'm really hoping this new camera will have the new sensor... I was set to purchase the e-p3 until I saw the high ISO performance of the GX1. Now I'm on the fence again. Hopefully the rumored announcement from Olympus will include a camera with the new sensor (and a built-in EVF)

lisandra · « **Reply #5 on:** December 31, 2011, 09:00:47 AM »

You all should be nervous, anyone remember when Olympus said they wouldn't go past the 12 mega pixels?

Agent00soul · « **Reply #6 on:** December 31, 2011, 09:14:17 AM »

I have a theory: Maybe Olympus didn't get the G3 sensor for the E-P3 because they were in talks with other sensor suppliers and didn't want to sign a new multi-year contract with Panasonic?
So instead they modified the sensor they already had a contract for and used that until they had a sensor from the new supplier.
Just a theory, I know...

javarob75 · « **Reply #7 on:** December 31, 2011, 09:38:23 AM »

Quote from: lisandra on December 31, 2011, 09:00:47 AM

You all should be nervous, anyone remember when Olympus said they wouldn't go past the 12 mega pixels?

I don't mind staying at 12 megapixels... I just want the improved high ISO performance.

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Em5 Pete · « **Reply #8 on:** December 31, 2011, 09:40:46 AM »

Quote from: javarob75 on December 31, 2011, 09:38:23 AM

Quote from: lisandra on December 31, 2011, 09:00:47 AM
You all should be nervous, anyone remember when Olympus said they wouldn't go past the 12 mega pixels?
I don't mind staying at 12 megapixels... I just want the improved high ISO performance.

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12mp is good, just make a new sensor, the current 12mp has been tweaked to death! Time to change it out IMO....

javarob75 · « **Reply #9 on:** December 31, 2011, 09:43:14 AM »

I wouldn't mind a nice interchangeable lens rangefinder-style body (like the x-100 with an m4/3rds lens mount), too...

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javarob75 · « **Reply #10 on:** December 31, 2011, 09:44:48 AM »

Quote from: M5-User on December 31, 2011, 09:40:46 AM

Quote from: javarob75 on December 31, 2011, 09:38:23 AM
Quote from: lisandra on December 31, 2011, 09:00:47 AM
You all should be nervous, anyone remember when Olympus said they wouldn't go past the 12 mega pixels?
I don't mind staying at 12 megapixels... I just want the improved high ISO performance.

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12mp is good, just make a new sensor, the current 12mp has been tweaked to death! Time to change it out IMO....

I agree... It's time for a new sensor. The G3/GX1 sensor told us that. I just don't need more megapixels...

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RT_Panther · « **Reply #11 on:** December 31, 2011, 12:02:24 PM »

Interesting discussion...
We used to think 2, then 6, then 12, now 16 were all good enough.....

More megapixels aren't an issue per se' but a computer that can handle say 72mp sensor RAW file is

voyager · « **Reply #12 on:** December 31, 2011, 12:12:07 PM »

The theory was that the perfect sensor was 6 megapixels. I think that's still true.

Em5 Pete · « **Reply #13 on:** December 31, 2011, 03:41:00 PM »

Quote from: voyager on December 31, 2011, 12:12:07 PM

The theory was that the perfect sensor was 6 megapixels. I think that's still true.

Then will you want a Epson RD-1s, The 1st Leica M mount Digital RF in the world, (yes, a few years before the M8) and had 3 versions, all the same 6mp sensor, the "1s" was the last version made. It was based on a Bessa 2 35mm film body. It has a 1.5x crop factor. Still $1,300.00 after all this time.

But, what will the new Olympus Look Like?
Retro 70's RF?
We all want that, Right?

RT_Panther · « **Reply #14 on:** December 31, 2011, 04:01:35 PM »

Quote from: voyager on December 31, 2011, 12:12:07 PM

The theory was that the perfect sensor was 6 megapixels. I think that's still true.

Technology thus far has shown there is no perfect sensor/mp.....

But to follow your train of thought, are you talking CCD or CMOS?

cosinaphile · « **Reply #15 on:** December 31, 2011, 05:19:29 PM »

i would like a 24 mp sensor that has the high iso goodness of a 6mp sensor ,, they just gotta tease 4 times the light down those sensor wells , and have less crosstalk than a schoolroom overloarded by a a thick oak yardstick and a psychotic teacher

the new organic sensor technology promises better than full frame behavior in an apsc sensor , ...... im gonna believe this and hope that fuji farms a version out to oympus , poor overdue olympus

voyager · « **Reply #16 on:** January 01, 2012, 07:19:37 PM »

Quote from: RT_Panther on December 31, 2011, 04:01:35 PM

Quote from: voyager on December 31, 2011, 12:12:07 PM
The theory was that the perfect sensor was 6 megapixels. I think that's still true.

Technology thus far has shown there is no perfect sensor/mp.....

But to follow your train of thought, are you talking CCD or CMOS?

The 6 megapixel CCD had the mathematical equation for being the lowest noise producing sensor because of the bayer array.

Eureka · « **Reply #17 on:** January 03, 2012, 05:39:45 AM »

Here is what I've found!

http://www.43rumors.com/ft5-new-olympus-camera-to-be-unveiled-between-february-6-11th/
A new Olympus camera that will replace E-P3, next month?

I also found this rumor, http://www.43rumors.com/amazon-doesnt-sell-the-e-p3-anymore-out-of-stock-at-bhphoto-will-new-camera-replace-the-e-p3/

Em5 Pete · « **Reply #18 on:** January 03, 2012, 06:03:14 AM »

we shall know in just a month or so....
If it looks like OM1

, AND has a P/A/S/M dial with the 4 way lower placed on the back (so my thumb doesn't hit the ISO button anymore

), I may very well jump ship on the G3....
OK, it can look an X100 with an m4/3 mount also

Maybe better! I have always liked the RF look...

shaan · « **Reply #19 on:** January 03, 2012, 09:20:52 AM »

X100/Canonet style body with integrated EVF. Where do I sign up and who wants this soon to be crummy GF2 lol

asterinex · « **Reply #20 on:** January 03, 2012, 09:34:37 AM »

Looks promising. I hope the price will be reasonable.

Em5 Pete · « **Reply #21 on:** January 03, 2012, 09:34:49 AM »

Let's hope with all the Olympus troubles, that, they have moved up the dates on new stuff to offset those loses.

voyager · « **Reply #22 on:** January 04, 2012, 03:40:00 PM »

A Canonet and I would sell organs to buy it.

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