Thank you Lee, love my OM 1 MK2 and MK1 and I have to use high iso nearly every time in the woods here in Anglesey N. Wales UK, I look forward to your videos 👍📸📸
Thanks Lee, I have been scratching my head as to how to control noise from my OM-1 MKII, Lightroom denoise does a decent enough job and resolves the workflow problems of Topaz but following this and watching your DxO video is a game changer, thanks
The OM-1.2 continues to amaze with the quality of images that it can produce using excellent technique and processing. Looking forward to the Mentorship Program!
Hi Dr Hoy, thanks for another informative video. I stepped up to an OM-1 Mk II after seeing you in OH in May. Still getting acquainted. Safe travels. The Gov.
I absolutely concur Lee. I have some very nice pictures of an Andean Motmot here in Ecuador-all shot at 12.8k to 16k ISO with my Om-1 and 300mm F4 Pro. They like to nest in very dense forrests in ravine walls. Exposed to the right and processed in DXO DeepPrime XD. You can definitely crop, although in this particular instance, didn't need much because we were able to get pretty close. Great tip.
Interesting use of post production Lee 😊 I need to have a deeper look at my Affinity Photo2 as well as my new learning curve with Topaz Video A1 ha ha. But hey it’s all great fun 🤔👌😊😊
Very nice edit of the image. I have taken high ISO images with my OM-1 (& II, E-M1x and pana G9) and cropped. Yes, the images are very useable and have detail.
Lee - great advice always! I can’t currently afford the Mk2 but my OM1 continues to astound me. A lot of people locally trying to get shots of the critically endangered Swift Parrot here locally in Australia (most are Canon and a lot of R5s - which I would love for some genres). I got maybe 5 seconds to capture these birds (and Swift = really fast) flying high between two tall trees. I messed up a little but blame my age (74) and general decrepitude. Fortunately I had my OM1 on 50fps, auto ISO and 1/8000 sec but limited to 5 frames. The 1.2 x was selected on my 150-400 BUT my reactions are now so slow that, although I was sill lifting the viewfinder to my eye and pressing the shutter release, I didn’t have time to zoom in. The net result was 5 in-focus shots at ISO 3200, processed via DXO and cropped. What a camera system, and no, I’m certainly not boasting - someone with talent (eg., yourself!) would have done better but I’m only kicking myself a little ;-).
The difference between the OM-1 and the OM-1 Mark II are not as great as the difference in some other bodies, so do not stress about upgrading. Just keep practicing and with time you will continue to improve that skill! You got some shots with the key part of it all! Hope to get to Australia to do an OM System Workshop at some point!
Once again Lee, a substantive and informative video. By using the old adage, "seeing is believing", you demonstrated that a properly utilized micro four thirds camera can capture high ISO images which can be cropped-should that be necessary. PJI
Recently found your vids on YT and really enjoying them. I’m using an OM-1 since a few months for my personal outdoor stuff. Is there a difference between the OM-1 and the OM-1 MkII in terms of high-ISO performance? I understood that the IQ was identical…?
Hi Lee, great video. I’m an amateur with an OM-1 and the 100-400 zoom. I use the camera for wildlife, nature and landscape. If I had a chance to upgrade one piece, would you recommend trading the 100-400 for the 150-600? Or the body for the mark ii? Big white is out of the question. Thanks for your input.
Hold on that’s a good little lens you’ve got there if it’s quality looking for go for the 300 mil F4 I no it’s not a telephoto but it is still the sharpest lens Olympus make. Good luck with your decision.
Hi Lee. At my age I do not care about cropping an image at any ISO. If I can get the image I want by cropping to one degree or another then I will crop - both photos and video. Obviously I will always attempt to get as near as reasonably possibly. Although now I aim to get a good image the actual action and pose is for me more important 😉🤔😊
A Nice and enjoyable video, thanks! Please compare the look of the yellow breast before and after the White slider reduction! That is my one criticism since it now looks a little muddy, I’d suggest.
Very good topic. I shoot indoor volleyball with the OM-1. My ISO is always above 1600 (peaks at 6400 in really poorly lit gyms) and I'm setting customized WB all the time. My minimum shutter speed is always 1/500s but ideally should be 1/1000s. I've started shooting with the Olympus f1.2 primes (17, 25, and 45mm) for this because they are faster and have more "pop" than my Olympus 12-40 and 40-150 f2.8 zooms. Because I'm using more fast primes while shooting volleyball, I'm cropping nearly every shot now, but I like the results better. A real game changer is AI enabled post processing for noise reduction and sharpening. I love DXO PhotoLab for this. It all works because most viewers are looking at my pictures on their phones and computers. If I had to blow them up to wall size you will see the defects, but nobody does this so it is really a moot point.
Thank you for the lesson. My gear is OM-1 Mark 1 and Olympus Zuiko 100-400 mm f5-6.3 lens. I shoot with Auto ISO with max limited to 12800. I crop a lot as generally the birds are far. I do get very good pictures even with heavy cropping.
Great video, thank you. None of this is possible without proprietary software like DXO though. Here in the UK, cropping is a fact of life, irrespective of camera manufacturer used.
Not every image needs to be printed at 16" x 24". I printed a slighted cropped image taken with my Canon 30D (8.2MP sensor) back in 2008 and he print was 30" wide. The detail is amazing. Was done, just using Photoshop in 2009. If the gear works, use it.
@@JohnDoe1999-lg7mh Not every, but if I really like especially "THIS" image, and it had to be cropped? That's the problem. You might not crop other images, but you will not likely print them at all. But this one day you do certain pictures, and you are left with 8-11 mpx it's a limit on your work..
Lee, thanks for another great video. I especially enjoyed watching you crop this image as it gave me insight into your aesthetic, which I really like.
You are welcome Greg!
Very helpful video Lee, thanks for making this 👍
You bet, glad you enjoyed it John!
Thanks for this video. Hadn't given the subject that much thought, but I sure like your results! Good to see you at Cooper's!
Hey Jim, I am so glad you introduced yourself! It was a pleasure meeting you!
Once again... Thanks so much for your insight and knowledge!!!
You bet Deb, thanks for the kind words!
Thank you so much!!. Pleasure learn with you 👍
My pleasure Francisco!
Thank you Lee, love my OM 1 MK2 and MK1 and I have to use high iso nearly every time in the woods here in Anglesey N. Wales UK, I look forward to your videos 👍📸📸
Yea, there isn't a lot of light in those woods much of the time is there! Glad you enjoy my channel, thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks Lee, I have been scratching my head as to how to control noise from my OM-1 MKII, Lightroom denoise does a decent enough job and resolves the workflow problems of Topaz but following this and watching your DxO video is a game changer, thanks
You are more than welcome! Glad it helped!
The OM-1.2 continues to amaze with the quality of images that it can produce using excellent technique and processing. Looking forward to the Mentorship Program!
Don - we are going to have a great experience in the program!
Hi Dr Hoy, thanks for another informative video. I stepped up to an OM-1 Mk II after seeing you in OH in May. Still getting acquainted. Safe travels. The Gov.
Thank you Governor! Hope you enjoy the new body!
Thank you for the lesson👍
You bet James!
Great video !
Thanks Stephen! Much appreciated.
Love proving all the skeptics wrong. Thanks for sharing.
Me too! ;)
Thanks for this Great video again 👏👍
You bet bud!
I absolutely concur Lee. I have some very nice pictures of an Andean Motmot here in Ecuador-all shot at 12.8k to 16k ISO with my Om-1 and 300mm F4 Pro. They like to nest in very dense forrests in ravine walls. Exposed to the right and processed in DXO DeepPrime XD. You can definitely crop, although in this particular instance, didn't need much because we were able to get pretty close. Great tip.
Glad you enjoyed and thanks for commenting!
Interesting use of post production Lee 😊 I need to have a deeper look at my Affinity Photo2 as well as my new learning curve with Topaz Video A1 ha ha. But hey it’s all great fun 🤔👌😊😊
I have never used Affinity Photo so I am utterly useless on any assistance with that software!
Very nice edit of the image. I have taken high ISO images with my OM-1 (& II, E-M1x and pana G9) and cropped. Yes, the images are very useable and have detail.
Glad you have had great results with your gear!
Lee - great advice always! I can’t currently afford the Mk2 but my OM1 continues to astound me. A lot of people locally trying to get shots of the critically endangered Swift Parrot here locally in Australia (most are Canon and a lot of R5s - which I would love for some genres). I got maybe 5 seconds to capture these birds (and Swift = really fast) flying high between two tall trees. I messed up a little but blame my age (74) and general decrepitude. Fortunately I had my OM1 on 50fps, auto ISO and 1/8000 sec but limited to 5 frames. The 1.2 x was selected on my 150-400 BUT my reactions are now so slow that, although I was sill lifting the viewfinder to my eye and pressing the shutter release, I didn’t have time to zoom in. The net result was 5 in-focus shots at ISO 3200, processed via DXO and cropped. What a camera system, and no, I’m certainly not boasting - someone with talent (eg., yourself!) would have done better but I’m only kicking myself a little ;-).
The difference between the OM-1 and the OM-1 Mark II are not as great as the difference in some other bodies, so do not stress about upgrading. Just keep practicing and with time you will continue to improve that skill! You got some shots with the key part of it all! Hope to get to Australia to do an OM System Workshop at some point!
Once again Lee, a substantive and informative video. By using the old adage, "seeing is believing", you demonstrated that a properly utilized micro four thirds camera can capture high ISO images which can be cropped-should that be necessary. PJI
Than you so much Paul, glad it was helpful.
Recently found your vids on YT and really enjoying them. I’m using an OM-1 since a few months for my personal outdoor stuff. Is there a difference between the OM-1 and the OM-1 MkII in terms of high-ISO performance? I understood that the IQ was identical…?
I would say a minor bit of improvement in High ISO performance, but I still shoot as high as ISO 25,600 on both!
PLEASE RESPOND - WHAT IS THE BEST UPSCALING AFTER THE CROP?
I use Topaz Gigapixel and try to get back to the same dimensions as the original! Does that help?
Hi Lee, great video. I’m an amateur with an OM-1 and the 100-400 zoom. I use the camera for wildlife, nature and landscape. If I had a chance to upgrade one piece, would you recommend trading the 100-400 for the 150-600? Or the body for the mark ii? Big white is out of the question. Thanks for your input.
This is an easy one for me, for sure the lens upgrade! 100% no doubt! Not even close! Thanks for compliments!
Hold on that’s a good little lens you’ve got there if it’s quality looking for go for the 300 mil F4 I no it’s not a telephoto but it is still the sharpest lens Olympus make. Good luck with your decision.
Hi Lee. At my age I do not care about cropping an image at any ISO. If I can get the image I want by cropping to one degree or another then I will crop - both photos and video. Obviously I will always attempt to get as near as reasonably possibly. Although now I aim to get a good image the actual action and pose is for me more important 😉🤔😊
As you know, I virtually never crop but I know most do, figured a video on that topic would be helpful in those instances!
A Nice and enjoyable video, thanks! Please compare the look of the yellow breast before and after the White slider reduction! That is my one criticism since it now looks a little muddy, I’d suggest.
It doesn't look muddy on my screen, may be an issue with screen recording and conversion.
Very good topic.
I shoot indoor volleyball with the OM-1. My ISO is always above 1600 (peaks at 6400 in really poorly lit gyms) and I'm setting customized WB all the time. My minimum shutter speed is always 1/500s but ideally should be 1/1000s. I've started shooting with the Olympus f1.2 primes (17, 25, and 45mm) for this because they are faster and have more "pop" than my Olympus 12-40 and 40-150 f2.8 zooms.
Because I'm using more fast primes while shooting volleyball, I'm cropping nearly every shot now, but I like the results better.
A real game changer is AI enabled post processing for noise reduction and sharpening. I love DXO PhotoLab for this.
It all works because most viewers are looking at my pictures on their phones and computers. If I had to blow them up to wall size you will see the defects, but nobody does this so it is really a moot point.
I have a couple of videos on DxO PureRaw and I love it. Glad you love your gear and thanks for watching!
Thank you for the lesson. My gear is OM-1 Mark 1 and Olympus Zuiko 100-400 mm f5-6.3 lens. I shoot with Auto ISO with max limited to 12800. I crop a lot as generally the birds are far. I do get very good pictures even with heavy cropping.
Glad your gear is giving you the results you desire! Thanks for watching!
Great video, thank you. None of this is possible without proprietary software like DXO though. Here in the UK, cropping is a fact of life, irrespective of camera manufacturer used.
Actually, I do have a way of doing it without DxO and only lightroom editing that gets pretty close! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@leehoyphotography I bet you always use DXO though?
Sure, but now we have 9 mpx image after the crop. How can you print that 40x60 cm? 🤔🤔
Not every image needs to be printed at 16" x 24". I printed a slighted cropped image taken with my Canon 30D (8.2MP sensor) back in 2008 and he print was 30" wide. The detail is amazing. Was done, just using Photoshop in 2009. If the gear works, use it.
How can you print that 40x60 cm? Easy, send file to printer and hit print. Not that hard.
Topaz Gigapixel! That is the easiest solution of all! ;) Thanks for watching!
@@allanc803 If you don't know, the qualiy is based on DPI and viewing distance.
@@JohnDoe1999-lg7mh Not every, but if I really like especially "THIS" image, and it had to be cropped? That's the problem. You might not crop other images, but you will not likely print them at all. But this one day you do certain pictures, and you are left with 8-11 mpx it's a limit on your work..