OM Workspace, RAW+, and the Color Creator

Last Updated: 30th May 2026

I uploaded a new video to my YouTube channel about OM Workspace, the Enhanced RAW Format, and the Color Creator. As a practical example, I decided to illustrate the color creator with enhanced raw (RAW+) conversions. The goal is 7 raw conversions photographers can use as examples.

I used the following cameras and lenses:

- Olympus E-M1 III

- OM System OM-5

- M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 lens

- M.Zuiko 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 lens

- M.Zuiko 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3 lens 

Finally, one of the editing examples includes the Olympus Gradation function. I used the AUTO option to rebalance the highlight and shadow ratios with different exposure and tonal ratios.

What to expect from my next video...

Inspiration is a common challenge for photographers. It's interesting to listen to artists talking about the events or life-changing moments that inspired them to take on a new challenge. New technologies or products are often an inspiring experience. In my next video, I am discussing how my articles and photography became an inspiration on my journey with Olympus and OM System cameras.

One of the aspects guiding my journey with cameras like the Pen F, the Pen E-P7, and the OM-3 is OM Workspace, the enhanced raw format, and film stock examples such as Kodachrome 25 or Portra 400. The Kodachrome 200 film from 1986 to 2007 inspired the profile I created for these 12 photos. I will discuss the technique I used to recreate my favorite Kodachrome 200 colors in the next video. Those with older cameras like the E-M1 and E-M5 II can use the same profile with the RAW+ format...

Tip: The TruePic VIII (E-M1 II, E-M5 III, and E-M10 III & IV) is great for Workspace (tonal and color focussed) raw conversions...

The above Kodachrome 200 inspired photos were done with the OM System OM-5 and the M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 lens.

Wallpaper with the Olympus E-M1 III, the M.Zuiko 12-200mm lens, and Kodachrome 200. Olympus excels when photographing nature!!

The above RAW+ files from my Olympus E-M5 II were converted with my Kodachrome 200 inspired profile.

The worst counter-marketing campaign ever...

Last update: 26th May 2026

The idea of becoming a paid influencer is unappealing, especially when encountering misleading info or astroturfing. Imagine being that person who would repeat anything for a lousy dollar. That is why I kept a basic policy of keeping this blog free from undisclosed promotions. Recently, I have observed weekly-generated AI channels suggesting that OM System will introduce three new high-end cameras for 2026. Given their performance over the past 5 years, it seems highly unlikely. It seems more like a question of corporate marketing directors using AI agents to craft rumors about a new OM-1 III while AI is drawing upon corporate promotional materials displayed in the office.

Study the camera box. Which brand or manufacturer comes to mind?

It's a shame when "trusted" influencers start sharing similar content in YouTube videos or live shows. I've also noticed AI YouTube presenters adhering to a common script. Recently, some of these AI videos started comparing the Panasonic L-10 to the OM-3, which are very different products. It does seem like a marketing program intended to slow down OM System sales. The OM-1 II, OM-3, and OM-5 II are some of the more capable M43 cameras in 2026. OM System also stands out as the only manufacturer dedicated to M43 photography, with new and unique photography solutions consisting of M43 cameras, lenses, and Workspace. There may also be a possibility that competitors are not geared for a new segment wanting updated OM System versions of the EP-7 and the E-M10 IV.

PS. Not a whisper of new high-end cameras from the M43 Rumors site...

Siegfried