OM Systems OM-1 flagship 4/3 camera first to feature Live Graduated ND

Back in 2022, OM Digital Systems celebrated the 50th birthday of the Olympus OM-1 film camera with a digital four-thirds model. Now the OM System flagship has moved to its second generation, though despite key updates much remains the same.Continue Rea… Continue reading OM Systems OM-1 flagship 4/3 camera first to feature Live Graduated ND

OM System OM-5 launches as adventure-ready compact MFT camera

Last year, Olympus sold its imaging division to investment firm Japan Industrial Partners and new a company was set up to continue the iconic line. OM Digital Solutions celebrated 50 years of the OM-1 with a new flagship in February, and has now launch… Continue reading OM System OM-5 launches as adventure-ready compact MFT camera

OMDS marks 50 years of the Olympus OM-1 with Four Thirds flagship

After splitting from Olympus last year to focus on imaging, OM Digital Solutions has decided to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Olympus OM-1 film camera with a new OM System flagship, the OM-1 micro-four-thirds camera.Continue… Continue reading OMDS marks 50 years of the Olympus OM-1 with Four Thirds flagship

Olympus probes apparent cyberattack, its second in less than a month

Japanese technology manufacturer Olympus announced Tuesday that it was investigating “a potential cybersecurity incident” affecting IT systems in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. The Oct. 12 statement was light on detail but said the “incident” was detected Sunday, Oct. 10. The Tokyo-based company has offices and subsidiaries around the world, which produce and sell equipment such as medical devices and various microscopes. The issue comes nearly a month after the company was the victim of a ransomware attack affecting its business units in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. That incident was reportedly the work of an attacker affiliated the BlackMatter ransomware group, one of the successor groups of DarkSide, the Russia-based gang behind the Colonial Pipeline attack in May, which became a major discussion point between President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin during a bilateral summit in June. BlackMatter is also linked to REvil, another prolific […]

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Olympus investigating reported ransomware attack with BlackMatter hallmarks

A Japanese technology manufacturer confirmed it is investigating a reported ransomware attack affecting business units in Europe, the Middle East and Africa dating back to Sept. 8. In a statement Saturday, Tokyo-based Olympus said it’s looking into “a potential cybersecurity incident” that resulted in the suspicion of data transfers between relevant systems. The apparent breach is in fact a ransomware incident that began on Sept. 8 carried out by a hacker who claims to be affiliated with the BlackMatter extortion group, TechCrunch first reported. The attacker included a note on infected computers promising to decrypt the relevant systems in exchange for payment, according to TechCrunch. “Upon detection of suspicious activity, we immediately mobilized a specialized response team including forensics experts, and we are currently working with the highest priority to resolve this issue,” the company said. The ransom message directed recipients to visit a page reportedly known to be affiliated […]

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Retro-stylish Olympus PEN camera released as MFT travel companion

Earlier in the year, Olympus sold its imaging division to Japan Industrial Partners. Now the first product since the formation of new company OM Digital Solutions has been announced. The PEN E-P7 micro four thirds camera goes on sale in Europe later th… Continue reading Retro-stylish Olympus PEN camera released as MFT travel companion

Olympus puts beginners in focus with 4th gen entry-level MFT camera

Olympus has announced the fourth generation of its entry-level OM-D E-M10 Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, which will come supplied with a camera bag, extra battery and SD card for a limited time.Continue ReadingCategory: Photography, TechnologyTag… Continue reading Olympus puts beginners in focus with 4th gen entry-level MFT camera

Olympus aims for the mobile professional with E-M1 Mark III mirrorless

Olympus has launched the latest version of its pro-focused mirrorless DSLR-killer, the OM-D E-M1 Mark III. Updates include better image stabilization and a Live ND filter.Continue ReadingCategory: Digital Cameras, TechnologyTags: Olympus, Mirrorless Ca… Continue reading Olympus aims for the mobile professional with E-M1 Mark III mirrorless