OM System 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS II Hands-on Testing
We recently received the newly updated OM System 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS II lens to test from our friends at B&H Photo. We both like the original version of this lens, as it’s a lightweight (3lb) 200-800mm equivalent on micro 4/3 format cameras.
New features of the updated lens include:
Better weather-sealing (IPX1 rated)
Fluorine-coated front element
Improved image stabilization
SYNC-IS compatible with 5-axis stabilization up to 7-stops
New lens collar
We both own the original version of this lens, so tune in to hear our thoughts about how the new one compares, and whether it’s worth upgrading.
Big glass doesn’t have to be big: Super Telephoto Lenses
There was a time not that long ago when having a 400mm or longer lens meant breaking the bank or settling for mediocre performance. Not anymore. Advances in lens design, image stabilization, and smaller format sensors puts having extra reach something many of us can afford and even hand-hold.
This week, we’re joined by our friend and longtime listener, Bill McCarroll, who was with us in Oregon. We noticed that in addition to his primary rig, he was also shooting with a compact Ricoh GR III x compact camera. We sat down with Bill to talk about the resurgence in popularity of compact digital cameras and whether they’re right for you. Be sure to check out some of Bill’s photos over at our microsite, Imagedoctorsphoto.com
We just saw the announcement by Nikon of an update to their entry-level full-frame camera, the Z5II. The Z5II sports the same 24.5MP sensor as the Nikon Zf, but adds some major improvements to the original Z5II. Listen as we discuss the major features, who this camera would be targeted to, and our thoughts on lens kits to go with it.
This week, we take a look at the history and importance of Leica, which introduced the world’s first 35mm format still camera, the Leica 1, 100 years ago. Leica rangefinder cameras quickly became popular among street photographers and journalists due to their compact size and ease of operation. Leica is still going strong today with a lineup of digital cameras in several different formats.
