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Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Fast Start

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Overview

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AFTER THIS CLASS YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:

  • Adjust your camera's exposure
  • Take sharp photos with a solid understanding of the autofocus system
  • Use the camera's advanced modes, like High Res and focus stacking
  • Customize your camera's controls
  • Easily find different options in the complex menu system
  • Uncover the camera's hidden features

ABOUT JOHN’S CLASS:

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is one of the best lightweight Micro Four Thirds cameras on the market -- but the menu system is one of the most confusing and the camera's advanced tools can be hard to decipher solo. Ditch the instruction manual and maximize the potential of the E-M1 Mark II by learning from expert photographer John Greengo.

The Fast Start class covers the camera's controls, features, menu system and more. From basics like taking your first picture to advanced topics, by the end of this class, you'll be able to expertly use the E-M1 Mark II's many features. Learn how to use the advanced features like the High Res mode and in-camera focus stacking and find shortcuts for the most frequently used settings.

Customize your camera to your shooting style by setting custom controls and settings. Walk through the different options and learn John's recommendations for each setting. Finally, set up a pre-shot checklist and learn how to adapt the camera to different types of images.

WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR:

  • Photographers just picking up the E-M1 Mark II for the first time
  • Self-taught photographers that want to see what they're missing
  • Photographers considering purchasing the E-M1 Mark II

MATERIALS USED: Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR:

John Greengo is a travel and landscape photographer with more than 30 years of experience. When he's not traveling and shooting, his straightforward teaching style helps new photographers learn the basics and become better acquainted with their gear. He's taught dozens of Fast Start classes on different interchangeable lens camera systems, including the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II, the E-M10 Mark II, and Olympus PEN F along with cameras from Nikon, Canon, Sony, and Panasonic.

Syllabus

  • Class Introduction
  • Camera Overview
  • Photo Basics
  • Top Deck: Mode Dial
  • Mode Dial: Exposure Control in P Mode
  • Mode Dial: Manual Exposure
  • Top Deck: Shooting Modes
  • Top Deck: HDR & AF Mode
  • Top Deck: Metering and Flashes
  • Backside: Viewfinder Display
  • Backside: ISO Controls & White Balance
  • Backside: Focus Area and Controls
  • Backside: Super Menu
  • Backside: Playback Menu
  • Left & Right Side of OM-D EM 1 Mark II
  • Bottom & Front of OM-D EM 1 Mark II
  • Olympus Lenses
  • Camera Menu Settings Map
  • Shooting Menu 1
  • Shooting Menu 2
  • Video Menu
  • Playback Menu
  • Custom Menu A & B
  • Custom Menu C1 & C2
  • Custom Menu D1-D4
  • Custom Menu E1-E3 & F
  • Custom Menu G
  • Custom Menu H1-H2
  • Custom Menu I
  • Custom Menu J1-J2
  • Setup Menu
  • Camera Operation

Taught by

John Greengo

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