Whether you’re looking for photography & equipment tips, event write-ups, inspirational articles featuring our Ambassadors & Visionaries, or just a good read, this is the place for you. Make sure to check back regularly for the latest posts!
THE OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1 MARK II: SUPER VALUE, ALL ROUND PERFORMANCE
With the eye-catching promotion running on the OM-D E-M1 Mark II until 31/10/20, we asked Designer and enthusiast Alan Richardson how he get’s on with his and if he thinks it would be a good entry to the OM-D System.
BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE OM-D E-M1 Mark III & 300mm F4 IS PRO
When I received my Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and M.Zuiko Digital ED 300mm F4 IS PRO Super Telephoto Lens (and an MC-14 Teleconverter) as a prize for winning the 2020 Bird Photographer of the Year Best Portfolio, I was over the moon. Finally, I had my hands on a mirrorless and I was going to work it hard!
GETTING YOUR CAMERA WILDLIFE READY
The Olympus system is highly capable when it comes to capturing intimate images of wildlife, but sometimes it can feel like a bit of a minefield when you’re new to the system. Here’s a basic guide to get your camera wildlife ready!
THE OLYMPUS MIRRORLESS REVOLUTION
By Rebecca Nason
30th January this year, a big day for me. With more than slight relief, but also a fair share of bond-breaking anxiety, I put down my Nikon gear after more than 20 years and enthusiastically raised my new lightweight pro set up – the Olympus OM-D E-M1X coupled with the 300mm F4 PRO lens and 1.4 converter.
A TRIP TO NEW ZEALAND WITH THE OM-D E-M1 Mark III
The Olympus camera size and technological innovation have always made it attractive to wildlife photographers. It was my system of choice when I set off for New Zealand. With two OM-D E-M1 Mark III bodies, 12-40mm, 40-150mm and 300mm lenses and both teleconverters, my camera bag has never been lighter!
MY OLYMPUS JOURNEY
By Carsten Krieger
Ireland-based professional photographer and author Carsten Krieger has had his work published in magazines and calendars and he exhibits on a regular basis. Read on to find out how the Olympus OM-D system has played a part in his own personal photography journey.
SPOTTING WILDLIFE IN RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK, INDIA BY SAM DAVIS
Sam Davis shares some amazing shots from his wildlife spotting trip to Ranthambore National Park, India.
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY WITHOUT A LONG LENS
By Andrew Turpin
Wildlife photography is something of a battle. The first part is finding wildlife, of course, but the really tricky bit is getting up close.
HOW THE E-M1 MARK III OPENED MY EYES TO BIRDS
Already a long-time E-M1 Mark II user, Andy Wasley took his downtime as an opportunity to upgrade to the E-M1 Mark III. But he was left with a challenge: what to shoot?
DENCH’S DOLDRUMS – FROM CLUBS TO COVID WITH PETER DENCH
If you missed out on the live event you can now catch up on this intriguing look at how Olympus Visionary Peter Dench is coping with lockdown.
MACRO AT HOME WITH GERAINT RADFORD
Discover wonderful macro photo opportunities in your own back garden with our Nature Photography Olympus Ambassador, Geraint Radford.
MAKING MIRRORLESS MOVIES WITH JIMMY CHENG
If you missed out on the live event you can now catch up on this fascinating look into the world of mirrorless movies with Professional Photo and Olympus Ambassador Jimmy Cheng.
PHOTOGRAPHING GARDEN BIRDS WITH DAVID TIPLING
Looking for a project for the weekend? Here’s wildlife photographer and Olympus Mentor David Tipling with his advice for simple set-ups to help capture beautiful photos of garden birds on camera.
Q&A WITH SUE CRO
You’ve almost certainly seen her photos on social media – please meet Sue Cro, a long-time Olympus user who creates breathtaking portraits of wild creatures in the summer and colourful abstracts in the winter.
GARDEN TAKEOVER WITH GERAINT RADFORD
By Geraint Radford
Hi friends, Geraint here stopping by with a few tips and tricks on how to photograph macro subjects in your garden.
Q & A: ANDREW FUSEK PETERS
Here’s the first of a new Image Space series where we ask Olympus photographers to answer our questions: we’re kicking off with Andrew Fusek Peters, who’s been brightening up social media and British newspapers with extraordinary back garden bird action shots and superb star trails…
HELLO ISOLATION NATION!
By Rob Cottle
Since moving house a few years back, I’ve run a small project of photographing birds through the double-glazed office (mostly pigeons, but I love pigeons) or kitchen windows and in these weird hermit-like times of self-isolation, I thought it a good time to write a blog about it.
DISCOVERING VIDEO
By Andrew Turpin
Writer and photographer Andrew shares how he discovered the charm of video, during what was meant to be a wildlife photography trip to Wales.
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY Q&A WITH ANDY ROUSE
Wildlife Photographer Andy Rouse answers all your questions in our latest video. From his favourite species’ to photograph in the UK, to the age-old RAW or JPEG conundrum, find out everything you wanted to know and more!
ANDY ROUSE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF THE OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1 MARK III
Interview with Andy Rouse
by Mark Thackara
Andy Rouse talks to Mark Thackara about his first impressions of the E-M1 Mark III used on his recent trip to India and shares a few of his favourite shots so far.
TOUGH ON TOUR: REEF RESTORATION WITH SEA LIFE
We are proud to support SEA LIFE’s Positive Change program by providing a TG-6 camera for their trip to Indonesia.
BEHIND THE SHOT: LITTLE WHALES
Olympus Ambassador and wildlife photographer Tesni Ward captured this golden lioness portrait on a bucket list trip of a lifetime. Read her story…
JOURNEY TO JAPAN
Olympus Mentor Rob Cottle jets off on a whirlwind trip to the Land of the Rising Sun to discover stunning landscapes, wildlife and culture.
TOUGH TG-6 FIRST IMPRESSIONS: PETE BULLEN
Award-winning photographer, Pete Bullen, lives and works in Gozo, the sister island to Malta. Pete offers guiding and coaching for photographers tired of being hurried around a guided circuit, coaching in all aspects of underwater and land based photography and spends hours in the water every year capturing the memory for divers learning to dive and setting out on their new adventure.
BEHIND THE SHOT: PERCHED ELE
Olympus Ambassador and wildlife photographer Tesni Ward captured this golden lioness portrait on a bucket list trip of a lifetime. Read her story…
OLYMPUS IN THE WILD
Lions playing, leopards chasing and elephants charging. Daisy Dickinson put the OM-D E-M1X and E-M1 Mark II to the test in Zimbabwe
5 OF THE BEST – KIT FOR HOLIDAY AND TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
Opportunities for macro photos are all around us, whether it’s shooting close-up shots of textures or fruit in your home, insects and nature, or maybe even something a little more creative. Be prepared with the right kit to take magnificent macro shots.
TOUGH TG-6 LAUNCH EVENT
We took a trip down to SEA LIFE Brighton (AKA the oldest operating aquarium in the world) for the launch of the new flagship member of the Tough family; the TG-6.
FOCUS ON: ELLIE GOSLING
Video creator Ellie Gosling invites us into her world of shooting adventure, sport and documentary with OM-D E-M1 Mark II
BUG BUDDIES
Geraint Radford has a deep love for the natural world and capturing some of its smallest creatures. We discover marvellous macro photography with this Olympus Ambassador
5 OF THE BEST – KIT FOR MAGNIFICENT MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
Opportunities for macro photos are all around us, whether it’s shooting close-up shots of textures or fruit in your home, insects and nature, or maybe even something a little more creative. Be prepared with the right kit to take magnificent macro shots.
EXTREME ECUADOR
From tiny to giant, dry to wet, below the sea and above the clouds, Jay McLaughlin took on the challenge of photographing the many worlds of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands
AN EXPLORATION OF THE WORLD
From photographing The Who on their first US tour to the war in El Salvador, National Geographic photographer and Olympus Visionary Jay Dickman has some stories to tell
5 OF THE BEST PHOTO HOTSPOTS
The OM-D E-M1X is the perfect camera for capturing action, wildlife and beautiful landscapes in any weather, and we’ve hand-picked five top locations across the world…
BEHIND THE SHOT
Olympus Ambassador, Mike Inkley, shares his experience of switching from photographing sports to seals…
ANIMAL ANTICS WITH TESNI WARD
Olympus Ambassador Tesni Ward shares the good and bad of photographing wildlife, as well as how she got on with the new OM-D E-M1X.
SNAPSHOT: WINTER PHOTOGRAPHY
Winter landscapes can offer some amazing views, even if you’re not blessed with snow and ice, but in terms of technique, it’s often about adapting to the conditions and staying safe, more than changing how you shoot…
BEHIND THE SHOT – GREEN TURTLE
Feeling at home beneath the water, Lisa Michele Burns shares how she captured this magnificent creature…