The Olympus OM cult

[drmarkf]

Yeah, well, I don't feel I need to impress anyone, thanks.

 

[mopar_guy]

drmarkf,

Please let me clarify. This site is APUG (Analog Photography Users Group). Discussion of digital cameras is considered "off topic" on this site. You seem to like discussing the use of Olympus's E-Series cameras which are digital cameras. Personally, I use a variety of OM 35mm (35mm film that is) cameras. The OM System is a 35 mm film system, not a digital system. Almost all members and subscribers to APUG consider this to be a haven from the vast multitude of Photo websites where film users are treated as if they are imbeciles. There are other sites on the web that have a variety of discussions about digital photography.

I am really not trying to be rude to you. If others on this site disagree with me they can feel free to post here.

Dave

 

[drmarkf]

"A friendly support group for fans of the Olympus OM system. All are welcome, especially OM users."

In that case I suggest you read the forum guidelines more carefully, or else petition to get them changed.

 

[Q.G.]

drmarkf,

No need.
When you come to a forum that is so openly devoted to analog photography, and analog photography only, you are assumed to understand that that applies to all parts of it.
It's not like it's easy to miss what APUG is, and is not, about.

 

[mopar_guy]

drmarkf,

Nobody has said that you are not welcome here. Discussion of digital photography is "off topic".

Dave

 

[puptent]

I've been visiting apug for awhile, finally joined. I guess now I'll have to subscribe... I've used Olympus products since the mid 70's (sure would love to have that old FTL and the Pen back). I have quite a few bodies OM-1, OM-1N, an OM-2, two OM-2N's, an OM-3ti, an OM-4, and an OM-4ti. I also have an OM-G, which I think was named perfectly, it's my omg! camera, the one I use when standing square in the jaws of camera death. I mostly use the manual cameras. I'm partial to the OM-2 series, and I like the mirror lock up feature on OM-1 (I use the MR-9 battery adapter in my OM-1). But I do LOVE my OM-3ti! As for lenses I have mostly Zuiko, a couple of Series 1 70-210 zooms (a Kiron and a Tokina. I'd like to get the Komine some day.) and a Series 1 35-85. I also have a Vivitar wide angle 17mm, and a nice Sigma 28mm 2.8. I have Zuiko 28mm's in f 3.5 and 2.8. Over the years I've accumulated a few 50mm 1.8 and 1.4 lenses, and a 55mm 1.2. There's a sweet Zuiko 28-48mm wide angle zoom, a 135, 35-105mm (with a nice close focus feature), and a big tele (all Zuiko). Lately I've also been using a Kiron 70-150 as well. I'd like to get a 50mm macro, and would love to come across a perspective control that I could afford. Motor drives, flash units, bellows, focusing screens, and other assorted flotsam have also accumulated over the years. I used to do a lot of motorcycle racing work, motocross, flat-track, and road race, but now that I'm old I find myself doing landscape and macro. Hhhhmmm. And in case you were wondering, the pictures that matter go onto film. Digital is for uploading e-bay pics! puptent

 

[kimwoo83]

So I've got an OM-1 in the post on it's way to me - it will be my first OM. I'm not an experienced photographer and so far have only used a Pentax ME Super and a Nikon F55 but have been drawn to the OM-1 after reading so much good stuff about it. It should arrive in the next couple of days and I'm very excited!

 

[PeteD]

The OM1 is a cracking camera, mine is 30 years old in September and still going strong. Welcome to the OM cult.

Pete

 

[Ron O]

New to the group, not new to OM's. Bought first OM-1n in 1978 still use it occasionally. The last 5 years or so I've been starting to avidly collect OM cameras and accesories. Hope to some day to emulate the great picture of the OM system. Probably have about 70-80% of the system. Problem is that as I continue to find and research the system I keep finding more! Just got a M-1 and in researching is found that it was also available in black. Hope to link up with other collectors to compare data bases of OM equipment

 

[wblynch]

M-1, very nice for the serious OM-aholic.

My nearest is an early pre-md OM-1 which is probably the M-1 right after the rename. Very tight camera.

I never knew the M-1 was made in black, or were they custom painted, post factory?

I still have my first OM-1md, black, bought in 1975. I wore that soldier out and have bought a few 'parts donors; over the years to bring it up to snuff but the parts cameras were always too nice to tear down. I guess it earned its retirement.

Just yesterday I got my first OM2, a black 2n still in its box with unopened manuals and inserts. It appears to have never been used so I consider it still 'new'. Used it today and it is a sweet, sweet camera.

-Bill L.

 

[Ron O]

Have one of those pre MD's too. Black OM-2n was my 2nd camera true work horse. Mark Dapoz had a site on the M-1 had some good info on the M-1. Had to locate in the Internet archive as the site has been down some time. Saw some pics of the back m-1 with an estimate of 500 made. Can't find that info again. Can't imagine what a black M–1 wound cost.

 

[Ron O]

Looking for anyone who collects Olympus OM's to compare data bases of OM cameras and accesories. I have a data base of 340 items that I have found in Olympus catalogs, SIF's, web sites, etc. This includes FTL system. Anyone interested in my posting a csv file? Or does any one have one of their own, or know of one.

 

[Ary Kerner Ribeiro]

Salve,
Sou Brasileiro e fã incondicional das Olys (especialmente das OM's).
Atualmente tenho duas OM1, uma OM2, uma OM10 e uma OMG (Aka OM20).
Gostaria de compartilhar essa admiração com vocês e aprender um pouco aqui.
Abraço do Brasil.

 

[Halka]

Hey there. I've first come into contact with Olympus OM about a year ago, when I bought a Zuiko 50mm f/1.4 for adapting onto my first (digital) camera - and I've been hoarding old glass from several manufacturers ever since . A few weeks ago, after drooling over pictures of OM SLRs, I've decided I had to have one. So a week ago a black OM-2 arrived, and I absolutely love it. It was a real bargain and so it has some quirks - the shutter speed scale doesn't extend into the viewfinder when turned on, but the needle moves freely - so I've ran a roll of a cheap Fuji C200 through it to check whether the lightmeter is working as it should, and if the light seals are still intact; still awaiting the results.

Did I mention I love this thing? My digital body is a NEX, which I've bought due to it's small size, but now that I've put the OM2 next to it (NEX has a Helios 44M slapped on currently), it is actually smaller!

I'm now looking for a second body (the first roll of film isn't even developed yet...), and the OM2-SP or the OM2000 (no lynching plz) seem to fit into my budget. And a Nikon FE. Aaand a developing tank. Some nondescript chemicals too. Oh God.

 

[wblynch]

OM-2000 may not be a bad choice. It is a typical Cosina with its vertical shutter that allows flash sync at 1/125.

Be cautious buying an OM-2SP since the cheapest ones are usually problem cameras and not likely to work. Better to spend a little more and get a proper working one. They are very peculiar for an OM but a god one is a joy to use.

 

[Mike Clt]

I've just joined. I bought my OM1n black body in 1978 or 1979. It has been been a great camera and has had plenty of rest the last 16 years or so. I just got it back from Gary's for a CLA & have recently put my 1st roll through it since. Film is out for development now & I'm looking forward to the results. My 13 year old daughter has taken an interest in photography & I figured the OM1 would serve her well to learn on, as it did me. I'm looking forward to some quality time with her & the OM

 

[Allan Swindles]

Welcome Mike, I still have my OM-1 non MD model. Superb, as is the entire system. I hope you and your daughter enjoy its revival.

 

[marko.oja]

New here, proud owner of two OM-2n:s - the black one for TriX/Tmax 400, the silver one for everything else.

 

[Allan Swindles]

Welcome marko.oja, I use OM-2's and a 2n, regularly. They're great cameras.

 

[coat953]

Just joined - glad there's somewhere to cater to my OM addiction.... It all started with an OM10 in 1980, still got it, though it's very battered now. Over the years my collection has grown to include an OM1n, OM2n, 2 OM4ti's (one mint, one for rough work!), 18/3.5, 24/2, 35/2, 50/3.5 macro, 100/2.8, 180/2.8 and 350/2.8. Not to mention flashes, winders, filters, both teleconverters..... I love the fast teles, and have taken them all over the world and the fast wides are just awesome. As I use my cameras on my travels, the OM system is the only choice, how did they make these marvels half the size of the competition?

 

[Jon202]

Hi Bill, bought my first OM in 1983 ish - OM2n, best move ever. Move on to 2013 now using a brace of OM4s and Zuiko prime glass from 24mm through to 300mm and loving every minute of it!

 

[craigcooper]

Hi Folks, Just thought I'd introduce myself. I'm an Australian professional photographer and I've just joined APUG and I've been an Olympus tragic for my whole photography career! I'll be selling a few of my less-used Olympus items on ebay over the next few weeks (making way for some leicas, but I'll be keeping my OM4Ti, OM1n and a few primes!), not sure if this is an appropriate place to mention my auctions?

 

[Allan Swindles]

I'm sure it isn't but what the h***

 

[x100art]

Hi guys!
I just thought I introduce myself. I just picked up two OM-2 one black and the other one silver . So far I only used one roll of color film on the black one, and it looks like a winner pictures came out great.

I'm really excited to start shooting film specially in Street photography. A few weeks ago I ended up taking a workshop with Eric Kim pretty well-known street photographer. He also shoots film but he uses a Leica camera. Anyways I hope to learn more from this forum about the Olympus OM series it seems like a special camera.

My other cameras that I use are the Fuji X 100(not the new S version)
and Olympus E3.

Art

 

[Jon202]

Hi Art, welcome to the group. You won't go far wrong with a brace of OM2s there