A look at two of the smallest lenses offered for m43 and FF mirrorless systems.

thingsMichaelFebruary 18, 2017Lumix, Sony FE, olympus, gear, Sony A7R, Olympus m43Comment

The joy of a new toy. I mean, camera. Let’s be honest: there is nothing quite like unboxing a new camera with new lenses, particularly if they are from an entirely new and unfamiliar system. A Sony Alpha A7Rii Review.

thingsMichaelAugust 6, 2016landscapes, nikon, olympus, portraits, street photography, Washington, gear, travel, Sony A7R, Seattle, photographyComment

Afghanistan: Wartime Tourism

Afghanistan is not technically at war and I was not strictly a tourist. You just have to know who has the best kebabs.

people, placesMichaelJuly 28, 2016afghanistan, olympusComment

Long Live the "Venerable" E-PL5

I just retired my first mirrorless camera - the 'ancient' Olympus E-PL5 - after nearly 3-1/2 years of loyal service to my continued education in photography.

thingsMichaelFebruary 27, 2016olympus, gear, Olympus m43Comment

Olympus E-M5 Mark II: Getting Smarter

thingsMichaelMarch 4, 2015olympus, gear, Olympus m43Comment

Olympus Pen: Traveling Light

You learn to travel light if you have a distain for checking luggage. I do.

thingsMichaelAugust 8, 2014olympus, patagonia, gear, Olympus m43Comment

An A+ For Customer Service

I probably shouldn't be advertising this because I don't want to create undue expectations, but I was impressed with the repair service I received when I sent in my OM-D E-M1.

MichaelAugust 5, 2014olympusComment