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Olympus OM-4TI 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only
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Olympus Zuiko Auto-W 28MM 1:2.8 OM System Wide Angle Lens.
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The Olympus OM4 is the last of the 'proper' OM cameras, preceded by the OM1, then the OM2 with auto and later spot metering, then the legendary pro OM3. The OM4 is compact, smaller andlighter than it Nikon equivalents (FM, FE, FA) yet somehow manages to cram so much more in.... With full manual or aperture priority auto, using a sophisticated off the film metering system (actually a random pattern on the face of the shutter curtain) the metering is surprisingly accurate, even today. With the added, and pretty much unique ability to take 1 or more (up to 8!!) separate spot meter readings, it is possible to get highly accurate overall average metered readings of a scene; similar to the older method (still used by specialists today) of zone metering. This also applies to shadows, to get excellent results on high contrast or backlit subjects; and even lets you get the correct over/under exposure necessary in snowy or shadowy scened. The shutter speed ring at the back of the lens takes some getting used to, but they all have this, as do the Nikkormat range from the same time period; once you are used to it, it's pretty easy to adjust shutter speed, and aperture at the same time, whilst focussing with the other hand. A clear and bright viewfinder shows you speed, aperture and exposure, and what mode you are on, all really useful. For anyone wanting a manual focus 35mm SLR that they can rely on to accurately expose, and also give complete manual control without worrying about the results, I'd recommend the OM4. It can also use a special Olympus flash unit which lets you use flash AT ANY shutter speed, should you wish it. Lenses are sharp, relatively inexpensive, and readily available. This was at the top of its tree in the 80s, and desrvedly so; still a brilliant and effective tool today.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I have wanted one of these cameras for a long time! Prompt postage and good quality. Quite a few a dusk specs in the viewfinder but hasn’t effected images that I have seen so far. I look forward to using it some more.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
To be fair, I have not developed any film from the camera yet but appears to work as expected. Lovely condition and such a classy feel and look. I have several lenses that it will share with the OM1. Titanium!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
They don't make them like they used to!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I've been an OM user since 1981, so I do have a slight bias! I've now got 2 OM-4ti's, one absolutely mint and the other which is a bit scruffy, but is great as a day-to-day camera. I've always loved the compactness of the OMs and the Zuiko lenses are awesome. The OM-4ti is a joy to use, with the multi-spot metering making tricky exposures much easier. I've stuck to manual focus cameras and find that I can usually focus as fast as AF and when it comes to macro, then AF is not much good. Combined with a Nikon Coolscan V scanner, it may take a bit longer, but the quality of the photographs you can produce with so-called 'obselete' technology is fantastic. If you are looking at the world of MF cameras for the first time, then you cannot go far wrong with this camera. The metering system is excellent. It can also sync with the F 280 flash at up to 1/2000th shutter speed. There's a huge range of Zuiko lenses available on e-bay for good prices too. The top-of-the-range Zuiko's are truly great lenses, with the fast super-wide angles being used on Canon and Nikon digitals due to their superb quality. The camera is tough too. Mine travels a lot, going from rainforest to desert and I expect my camera gear to be able to rough it. I've never had a glitch with the OM-4ti, despite dropping it, getting it soaked, etc. This is one of the benefits of old-fashioned cameras - no complex electronics to go wrong. The Olympus OM's are belatedly being recognised as one of the great MF 35mm systems. If you need something light and portable, the OM's are significantly smaller and lighter than the other pro-level equipment of the era. Will I be selling my OM gear and going digital? No chance!Read full review
I owned one, an OM4 way back and loved it. It rang all the bells and pulled all the right whistles. I was out on one awful stormy day taking shots on the moors and dropped on a large rock and it bounced into a muddy puddle as I was getting back into the car...totally messed it up, smashed the viewfinder etc. :-( I got a quote for a fix, had it repaired but then got sucked into the autofocus thing and traded for a Canon EOS. Yes i loved that camera also but.... I missed the compact design of the OM and its simple beauty. The functions were easy to use and the lenses magnificent... I progressed through many cameras all auto focus and now all digital and almost all Canon. Then I realised I wasn't spending so much time on set up therefore less self satifaction even if the results were good. We all love new technology and what the future will bring but and this is a big but! some of us liked things just the way they were. I believe some of us prefer 'photography' as it was. I am not saying there is no skill in digital, but I defy anyone to tell me the results are as good as film in many respects. Some of the fun has gone out of photography. Anyone can pick up a camera these days and point and shoot and get lucky. Anyway I digress... I now have an OM4ti and love it to bits! Still got all my other cameras but the OM is treasured above all others. A real crime that Olympus didn't carry on what they were good at instead of trying to be clever with those awful autofocus products they produced Strengths: Compact, Lovely design, simple and excellent handling, awsome metering functions Weaknesses: an off switch, however if switch to bulb... that helps. no mirror lock unless on timer Similar Products Used: Pentax ME Super Canon F1n Canon EOS 40D Customer Service: Never used it.Read full review
Not having the corporate might to battle in the modern AF/ digital market so well with ,say, Canon and Nikon, Olympus in the 70's and early 80's were producers of top quality 35mm SLR's- starting with the OM1. The OM4ti was the final version, appearing @ 1986 , with the black version @ 1990. I had been looking for one for years, but owing to it's professional nature, most are cosmetically worn, although fully functioning. The one I got was in great condition, with only minor paint loss ( it has been noted that the paint doesn't stick to the titanium very well...) As with most of this period of non motor driven, fixed viewfinder SLR's, it is very compact and light ( about 1/3 the bulk of a pro digital-suprising if one is not used to it). I got a standard lens for it, and the Zuiko lenses are superb, giving an excellent, bright viewfinder, and a smooth, positive focus movement that only metal bodied manual optics have. Rather than bells and whistles, like Canon were starting to use, the OM4ti went more for sophisticated spot, and off the film plane flash metering which give great results. This is a great camera to own and use, and always get lots of auction interest. Prices vary greatly -anywhere from @£250 for a 'used' one, up to @£500 for an excellent condition one. Accessories like winders are also to be found, which make the camera a more ergonomic shape for one's hand. Absolutely lovely camera for us film fans, and highly recommended- happy hunting!Read full review
I really like this film camera. First, its multi-spot exposure capability is truly amazing. The freedom and creativity to choose one's blend of exposures is made possible through this feature. Second, its ability to fire its dedicated Flash system at all shutter speeds is another plus for this camera. Third, it is quite handy to bring. It does not weigh a ton just like other professional cameras. What I do not like about it is its paint coating. I have the Champagne model. The paint peels in a very bad way from the titanium body. The champagne body does not look quite presentable and neat once the paints peels off. All in all, I would recommend this highly reliable, rugged, and versatile camera for all film enthusiasts.
The Olympus OM1n is of classic design and no other 35mm film camera came close to it for its size and design of lens and accessories at the time it was released. This was purchased to progress film and use of a new scanner which gave acceptable results in combination with software manipulation. The purchase is just for the pleasure as we have 35mm and medium format digital cameras to play with. We also have a large format Sinar P2 with digital back so we cover most areas. It is only intended to get a couple of favorite lens with this OM1n, 35mm, 85mm, 135mm 2.8 due to their lightness and being compact. If we come across a mint condition OM2n in black we may consider that as well. The camera with the winder fits in the hand nicely and is well balanced with the weight, so we look forward to shooting with it. At a time when everyone is shifting towards digital it may be worth keeping these film cameras, buying a scanner and converting the film. We could take a look at it as owning a vintage car and taking it out at weekends for the sheer joy of using it.Read full review
This camera is a perfect reserve equipment in my camera bag This moment is a digital age, but in special condition nothing can replace the film I'm really trust the OM camera especially this OM-4 Ti(next destination is OM-3 Full mechanical SLR film camera) I can use fantastic OM ZUIKO lens with my OLYMPUS digital camera also It's provided a lot of perfect image for my professional job Try it's you will love its, like me
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