OM-3

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OM-3

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OM-1 Mark II vs OM-3 for street/hiking (coming from E-M5 III + 12-100)

I have both and I'm about to offload the OM-3 as I just can't get a comfortable grip on it. I've tried the SmallRig grips and a half case and neither really work for me. The issue is the Colour Dial on the front. It just sits in the wrong place for my fingers. The grip is slightly smaller than the h

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revjko in r/M43

March 13, 2026 8:05 PM

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SOOC Jpegs from the Olympus Pen F, settings included

only on cameras with the Color dial. Which only 3 cameras have so far; the pen f, E-p7, and OM3. A shame really because they should have it on all of their cameras imo. Fuji is making bank on the film sim craze but OM systems are limiting it to only 3 of their cameras(2 of which are already 10 years

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Unluckyb33 in r/M43

March 19, 2026 10:44 AM

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OM System Now Majority Owned By Former Olympus Camera Division Lead

The big one is that the Continuous AF with Tracking is nowhere near as good as Nikon 3D Tracking, and you can't set it to "any subject detect" like the Nikons. Then other things like you can't re-center the focus point by long-pressing "OK" unless you have moved it recently and it is active. Punch-i

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postmodest in r/M43

April 2, 2026 2:22 PM

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Help me save money?

If you are okay with buying used, definitely take a look at the OM-5 mark 1. Besides the menu system, it's literally the exact same camera with slightly different looks, and it costs 40% less. I don't think that as a beginner you'd need a camera as advanced as the OM-3, the OM-5 is already one hell

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MJdoesThings_ in r/M43

April 10, 2026 5:35 PM

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Creative dial--there must be a better way...

I love that you're finding recipes on https://om-recipes.com. Once you get your teal and orange dialed in, share it back! I'd love to see it. I feel the same confusion. There are so many options, but none seem perfect. I think it's helpful to pick a recipe and stick with it for an outing or a day or

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ian_oc in r/M43

April 10, 2026 3:44 AM

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Beginner: How should I split my budget between camera body and lenses to be future-proof?

Two years ago, I had a little extra money that was for me and me alone. I could spend it on me and no one would be mad. I went and bought a camera everyone wanted at the time (Fujifilm X100VI) and immediately sold it back because I just didn't like being stuck with only one focal length. Though I'd

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badaimbadjokes in r/M43

April 8, 2026 1:43 PM

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Help me save money?

There are some real ergonomic differences between the OM-5 (both versions) and the OM-3 that may be impactful for you. The retro look of the 3 looks cool, but does have an impact on handling and use of the camera compared to the 5 (or the OM-1). I have an OM-5 and am happy with it, but was strongly

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bruinhoo in r/M43

April 10, 2026 5:42 PM

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Grand Canyon Backpacking With OM-3

Do you find the colors accurate on the sandstone with the OM-3? My OM-5 ii really nails the sandstone color (or any color) out of camera. I want to upgrade to the OM-3 for the quick access features.

redhousebythebog in r/M43

April 16, 2026 1:30 AM

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Coming from "smartphone photography" – is MFT a good starting point?

M4:3 is good for size and weight. If you buy lenses on the used market, you can find some spectacular lenses and pay very little money. The features on any given camera tend to be a high value for your dollar. They're also budget friendly for what you pay on the new and used market.. I shoot everyth

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jackystack in r/M43

April 6, 2026 7:31 PM

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Should I get an OM3 or x100vi or…?

With that glass lineup I think you will definitely regret leaving M43... If you use Lightroom check out George Holden's film recipies... Has a full list of Fuji and Kodak so while it's not in camera you still get them after the fact. If you haven't tried LR Mobile definitely do, they work in that as

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AKentPhoto in r/M43

April 15, 2026 12:54 PM

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