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October 7, 2022

The Olympus Pen F as a More Methodical Point and Shoot Alternative

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Here’s a fast rundown of why you may want to consider an Olympus Pen F, FT, or FV as an alternative to the point and shoot camera.

Tanner Gooding
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April 18, 2022

Olympus 35S 35mm Rangefinder Camera Review

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James reviews a beautiful, old-school rangefinder-focusing 35mm film camera from Olympus, the Olympus 35-S of 1955.

James Tocchio
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February 15, 2022

In Defense of the Micro Four Thirds Camera

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With Panasonic and OM Digital Solutions (formerly Olympus) set to launch their new flagship cameras based on the micro four third sensor shortly let’s examine the system’s strengths, limitations and yes, the hate.

Eric Charles Jones
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February 4, 2022

The Ten Best Electronic 35mm SLR’s Ever Made

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After seven years of shooting classic cameras, we’ve compiled our list of the ten best electronic SLRs of all time.

Josh Solomon
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October 6, 2021

The Beauty of Pen y Fan on Kodak Portra

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Charlotte brings us (and their Olympus XA4 loaded with Kodak Portra) on a hike for charity through the Welch countryside.

Charlotte Davis
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December 24, 2020

The Ghost of Christmas Past in Champagne Gold; or, a Story of the Olympus Stylus

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Leah revisits an old friend in the Olympus Stylus. What was once a cherished Christmas gift brings new joy, years later.

October 30, 2020

My Olympus Mju II Zoom, and What Really Matters

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Dario Vereb contemplates family, stubborness, and the photographer’s existential question in this article loosely hung on an Olympus Mju II.

Dario Veréb
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October 23, 2020

Who Knows What the Future Holds – Olympus AZ-4 / Ricoh Mirai Review

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The Olympus AZ-4 and the Ricoh Mirai are not great cameras. But they’ve meant more to me than I ever thought a lump of plastic could.

Connor Brustofski
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August 28, 2020

Surviving 2020 with an Olympus Pen FT

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Josh reviews the half-frame 35mm Olympus Pen FT in this review that’s much more than just another camera review.

Josh Solomon
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June 24, 2020

As Olympus Exits the Camera Business, Let’s Look at Our Favorite Olympus Articles

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Olympus has quit the camera business. In fond rememberance, we look back at our favorite Olympus articles of the past six years.

James Tocchio
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April 24, 2020

Our Favorite Lenses as Chosen by Your Favorite Camera Geeks

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An all-star lineup of camera likers pick their favorite lenses, including JCH, Hamish of 35mmc, and many more. Plus, we want to know your favorite lens!

James Tocchio
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February 20, 2020

Rokkor, Nikkor, Takumar and Zuiko – The Stories Behind Japanese Lens Names

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What’s with those names? Josh briefly tells us the origins of lens brand names such as Nikkor, Zuiko, Rokkor, and Takumar.

Josh Solomon
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November 27, 2019

My Three Half Frame Cameras – Canon Demi, Konica EYE, Olympus Pen EES

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Thoughts on the half frame film camera from Craig, and his experiences with the Canon Demi, the Konica EYE, and the Olympus Pen.

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September 2, 2019

Five Best Digital Cameras for People Who Love Film Cameras

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High quality film cameras feel great. Digital cameras don’t always feel so good. Here are five digital cameras that feel as good as the good old days.

James Tocchio
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