Mastering the Olympus OM-D E-M1

by Darrell Young

Olympus launched the OM-D E-M1 camera with a specific purpose in mind: to create a Micro Four Thirds camera for professional and advanced enthusiast photographers. As the flagship Micro Four Thirds camera, the E-M1 is the peak of the Olympus digital imaging system. It is a true system camera for those who demand the best in cameras, lenses, and image quality.Darrell Young's "Mastering the Olympus OM-D E-M1" explores the features and capabilities of the camera in a way that far surpasses the user's manual. It is designed to guide readers through the camera's features with step-by-step setting adjustments; color illustrations; and detailed how, when, and why explanations for each option. Every button, dial, switch, and menu configuration setting is explored in a user-friendly manner, with suggestions for setup according to various shooting styles.Darrell's friendly and informative writing style allows readers to easily follow directions while feeling as if a friend dropped in to share his knowledge. The learning experience for new E-M1 users goes beyond just the camera itself and covers basic photography technique.This book is based on firmware 3.0.

528 pages, Paperback

First published August 31, 2014

Reviews

[Louis]

Excellent book. I wish I had the camera if illustrated do that I could appreciate all the particulars reviewed.

[Margaret]

I haven't read this cover to cover yet, but I read sections when I need to. I like it, but the camera is quite complicated and I've never really gotten super comfortable with it--the camera, that is. If I thought I could concentrate better and really read this book while I put it into practice, that would be great. Like a week of just shooting and reading and figuring it all out. Yeah, like that. That would be nice.