Firmware Upgrades: Version 3.0 for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II

Firmware Upgrades: Version 3.0 for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II

with New Functions for High-precision Autofocus Performance and High Image Quality
Version 1.1 for OM-D E-M1X and Version 1.1 for Olympus Workspace are also released

Left: OM-D E-M1 Mark II + M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO
Center: OM-D E-M1X + M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO
Right: Olympus Workspace Image Editing Software

Olympus Corporation (President: Yasuo Takeuchi) is pleased to announce availability of the latest firmware upgrade for two interchangeable lens cameras, Version 3.0 for the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Version 1.1 for the Olympus OM-D E-M1X. Additionally, Firmware Version 1.1 is now available for Olympus Workspace. OM-D E-M1 Mark II firmware Version 3.0 adds high-precision autofocus (AF) performance and the high image quality currently available on Olympus’ newest OM-D, the E-M1X. Specifically designed for the professional models in the OM-D series, the OM-D E-M1 Mark II and OM-D E-M1X, this new firmware provides feature enhancements for photographers who require portability and smooth operation of the camera when shooting.

OM-D E-M1 Mark II Firmware Version 3.0: Main Features

• Highly advanced AF algorithm, previously found in the OM-D E-M1X (including movie AF)
• The latest autofocus features such as C-AF Center Priority, Group 25-point, and C-AF + MF¹ added
• AF low light limit -6EV support
• Noise at high ISO sensitivity is improved approx. 1/3 steps compared to Firmware 
  Version 2.3
• Low ISO Processing (Detail Priority) added for higher resolution
• Support for Olympus Workspace new USB RAW Data Edit²

Other functions added from the OM-D E-M1X such as anti-flicker shooting and OM-Log400

OM-D E-M1X Firmware Version 1.1： Main Feature

• Support for new Olympus Workspace USB RAW Data Edit²

Olympus Workspace Image Editing Software Version 1.1: Main Features

• Focus Stacking added for compositing images shot in Focus Bracketing³
• Lighten Composite added
• USB RAW Data Edit² added for high-speed RAW processing