Olympus Passion Photography Magazine – March 2025!
Noticing the pauses
Olympus Passion Photography Magazine – February 2025!
Slowing down outdoors
My Micro43 Photography Journey with Sigma & PanaLeica primes (and other lenses too)
Printed magazine – Issue 11
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The Versatile Messenger Bag: A Stylish and Convenient Daily Companion
In the world of bags and backpacks, one often finds themselves pondering over the choice of style, utility, and practicality. For me, the choice has always been clear: I am an avid user of messenger bags, and I prefer them over backpacks for various reasons. To me, the messenger bag…
5 Reasons Why the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is a Great Travel Camera
Recently, I have been lucky enough to get my hands on the Olympus flagship camera, the OM-D E-M1 MK II to take along with me on my latest trips. First of which was to New Zealand, followed by 3 weeks exploring Italy, Ireland and Croatia. While I normally shoot a…
LENSBABY – A whole creative universe
My name is Alma, I am 41 years old, and I live in Asturias, a small and almost abandoned natural paradise in the north of Spain. My history with photography is not the typical one in which a close relative was a great fan who infected me with his love…
Olympus OM-D E-M1 mark II – Why did I replace my equipment
For the past few years I have contended that FF (full frame DSLR) is the best option possible for animal photography. I was pretty satisfied with my set of D810 + 300mm f2.8 VRII (4,7kg weight) and I cannot say that there is anything wrong with it. In the course…
Full Frame vs Micro 4-3 Revisited with Pro Olympus Lens
Months ago I shot a head to head comparison with my OMD E-M10 and a Canon 6D. In that test, the 6D image was clearly sharper, but the lens used on the E-M10 was not necessarily known for its quality (17mm f2.8). Many readers on the 43rumors site mentioned the…
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Premium/ A very simple scene that would not be considered normally can be powerful with the right light
Phil Norton is a photographer who needs no introduction. And in this exclusive interview, he told us about his career, how it all started, sharing some of his tips, the techniques that make his images work. As for the Olympus equipment, being Phil a full-time professional landscape photographer, it’s a…
Premium/ It’s the Little Things
Arthropods comprise 80% of Earth’s fauna. An estimated one million species of insects, arachnids, myriapods, and crustaceans make up this category. They’re everywhere, yet they’re often overlooked. Through my photography, I highlight the beauty, intricacy, and importance of these tiny creatures. I’ve always been interested in visual arts, I’ve always…
Premium/ If you could only choose one lens to use for the rest of your life, what would it be?
If you could only choose one focal length to use for the rest of your life, what would it be? But let me start the story from the beginning, with the succession of events that led me to debate this issue now. Being in our plans for some time, last…
Premium/ Capturing the Enchanting Schist Village of Talasnal with an Olympus PEN-F
When it comes to exploring the hidden gems of Portugal, few experiences compare to wandering through the ancient schist villages that dot the country’s stunning landscape. During a recent visit to the picturesque village of Talasnal, I had the opportunity to discover the rich history and unique beauty of this…
Premium/ Behind the Lens: Olympus PEN E-PL8 Photo Adventures (VIDEO)
In this photography journey, Hugo Pinho embarks on an unconventional choice. Venturing to the serene banks of the Mondego River in Portugal, he deliberately left behind the PEN-F, the OM-D, and his array of lenses. Instead, he embraced the unexpected companion – the Olympus PEN E-PL8, a compact 16-megapixel mirrorless…
E-M5 family
In the elements
Passionate about anything outdoors, Olli Dickerson, born in London and now based in Vancouver, considers photography a great way to stop and be in the present moment. When holding the camera in his hands, Olli is forced to look around and observe situations and scenes from a different perspective, to be patient and wait for […]
Expressing creativity through Photography
As an engineer, Moises Cugat felt the need to find a hobby and express himself artistically. Photography was his choice,…
La Photographie Autrement (Photography Otherwise)
Thank you Nicolas for taking your time for this interview! Would you like to start by introducing yourself to our…
My fingerprint of light
Hello, I am Pierangelo Orizio, a freelance photographer based in Brescia, Italy. All my life, I captured photos up and…
March issue
Visual Stories
Invisibles
Everything happened after seeing on social media a photograph of an abandoned dog in a shelter of an association. It was a low quality image and it was evident that it was made by someone with the best intentions but without photographic knowledge. What really attracted my attention was the…
Adventure Photography On Location
Today it’s my pleasure to be a part of the Olympus Passion website by contributing and sharing a short sunlight into my most recent project: Adventure Photography On Location. But first, a little bit about myself. About Me My name is Chris Eyre-Walker and I’m a 26 year old professional adventure,…
Never leave your camera at home | Vevuse
My name is Veronika, known under the pseudonym Vevuse on Instagram. I was born 27 years ago in the Czech Republic, famous for its beautiful & historical city Prague. When you see my profile, you probably wouldn’t guess I’m not a photographer but a manager currently working at an insurance…
Don’t be afraid to stumble, but choose your stones carefully
The difficult moments and adversities of life make us stronger and more resistant. Sometimes they can give rise to wonderful discoveries, be the ignition of something beautiful, uncovering talents and passions, and one of these is Photography.
Trying to keep the curiosity – Interview with Bartosz Tkacz
Hi Bartosz! Thank you for taking the time for this interview. To begin, would you kindly introduce yourself and tell us where you are from and where you currently live?Hello, My name is Bartosz, I’m Polish and I live in Warsaw. I spend a few months per year in Japan,…
Patience, Persistence and a Little Luck
The Mueller Hut, New Zealand After ascending and pressing forward through heavy rain and cold wind the evening before, my effort and perseverance has brought me here. Here, of all places. It feels like I shouldn’t be here, but there lies the glacier before me – in all its grandeur…