OM-3 12-45mm f4.0 PRO Kit

The OM-3 is such a wonderful camera. Pictures are amazing and the handling of the camera feels so much like my OG OM-1. I transitioned from an EM-5, the original, so already had lenses that work well. The In Body Stabilization IBS is so much better than the EM-5 and the increased resolution and much faster processor makes such a difference. Ive already tried to do some of the specialty processing that an OM-3 can do, but realize Ive got a lot of additional studying to do. My biggest complaint is that OM System has not released the OM Capture version that supports this camera. I cannot understand why. OI.Share is good for driving the camera from a phone, but there have already been instances where I want to tether it to my MacBook. No reason why this should not have been available day one.

Every expectation I had this camera exceeded. I came from both full frame Nikon and Fujifilm crop sensor camera bodies. It’s easy to get caught up being concerned about it being a MFT sensor, and that has been ZERO issue. First of all, the computational photography modes give you a ton of flexibility with night shooting that far exceeds what I was able to accomplish even on my full frame. Secondly, look up the price of a Nikon 600mm f/4 prime then look up the price of the OM equivalent 300mm f/4 prime… over $10,000 in a price difference. Lenses are smaller, lighter, and pro lenses at very fast apertures are significantly more affordable and take significantly better photos than equally priced lenses on full frame and crop sensor camera bodies. I can’t say enough great things about this camera, the build quality, and the unique features available with computational photography and the art dial. I’ve recommended it to my friends and just had one try mine today and order her own. It’s really that good.

I’ve owned upwards of 25 full frame, apc, and 1” sensor camera bodies. This is by far my favorite. The build quality is truly on another level - think original film version Nikon F. It’s the closest digital equivalent to that level of sturdiness. The computational photography features are out of this world if you want to expand your creativity with photography. Seriously, just buy it. Go to a store put your hands on it. Watch some of the OM videos on YouTube. This camera makes photography fun again!

I've been using the OM-3 for about 2 months (with the 12-40 f28; 40-15 f4, & 60mm f2.8 macro): I wanted to give it a good "go" before writing my thoughts. While I have hardly touched the sides of what this beast is capable of, I have to drop a review. I bought it as a 2nd camera, something light to travel with that I wouldn't worry about weather; I had no intentions of considering giving up my Nikon full-frame for "real" shooting! But after 2 months... my perspective has changed. The Nikon sits lonely in its bag. The OM-3 is incredible... so portable, so flexible, so customizable.... It's a joy to use. And as hard as I've looked, I can't complain about IQ. I struggled to justify the investment for a "2nd" camera, but I am so glad I did. It is changing how and how much I shoot... and I'm having a lot more fun!! The OM-3 is far more than a light travel camera: it is a race horse, a work horse, and has more tricks up its sleeve than you can ever use!

I have been a M43 for years epm1 epm2, ep5, ep7, em5, em10 etc. This camera has replaced everything, the beauty of the pen F but the specs of the OM1m2. It's basically the only camera I reach for when I'm going out.

I absolutely love this camera. I traded in my Canon EOS 6 Mark II for the OM-3 and very happy to have switched.

As a first time MFT user and coming from other brands, I have thoroughly enjoyed the OM-3. So far, I have only explored the photo side of things. The body is roughly the same size as my 35mm film cameras and, in some cases, lighter. With the small 17mm f1.8, the camera stays small, light, and unobtrusive. A grip might be convenient if you use the bigger and heavier zooms. Ergonomics are great, from the dials to menu system. When I was going through the reviews, some people lamented the little power switch being positioned on the top left. If you carry your camera on a strap and hanging on the right. You can lift the camera with your right hand while powering it on with your left. No big deal. You often have both hands on your body anyway. Most importantly, the image quality this camera produces is outstanding and right out of the box, too. Jpegs SOOC are indeed as good as other reviewers have said. Sharing is so easy. Connect wirelessly, access the files via the app and load them directly into your photos app. A little culling, perhaps a little crop here and there, and you're done. If RAW is your preference, you have even more editing latitude, especially at higher ISOs. In any case, you really need to push the camera hard and blow up images quite an amount before they become unacceptable. Overall very impressive The camera offers a bunch of general looks and in "creative" mode you have access to even more. Plus, you can easily tweak those to create your preferred look. Modifying them is a straightforward process. It would be nice if white balance sticks with a look, but you can lock it in with the custom settings you select on your top dial. Besides the images, the camera is very easy to configure to suit your needs. Reprogram to your heart's content. The dials, screens, OVF and Fn buttons are already changed from their default on my camera. One thing I really like is that autoexposure lock stays on until you turn it off. A nice feature on a tiny camera! The super screen, plus the creative dial, plus the computational button make configuring this camera on the fly very easy so you can focus on capturing the scene in front of you. Overall, this is one of the most fun cameras I've had in my hands in a very long time. It is indeed a camera I want to have with me everywhere I go ...

I already have m4/3 lenses from owning several Lumix bodies. The OM-3 is a great all-around camera that is both retro stylish and packed with features in a compact, lightweight body. I will use for travel, family, macro work and birding. I recommend a third-party grip for heavier zoom lenses and telephotos.

I am very satisfied with my camera. It takes great photos and the image stabilizer is the best of any camera i have ever used. Can't wait to take it on a trip!

Great walk around camera and companion to go with my OM-1 MKII.