OM System’s biggest advantages are the brand’s compact design and access to exceptional telephoto reach thanks to the Micro Four Thirds crop – but that’s also exactly why I think vintage digicams like the Olympus Stylus 1 need a modern remake.
Announced in 2013, the Olympus Stylus 1 was a compact camera with a 1/1.7-inch 12MP sensor that still managed to squeeze in a bright 28-300mm equivalent zoom lens, despite a slim design and a weight of around 14 oz / 402 g. But flash forward to 2025, and when I pick up an OM System (formerly Olympus) camera, it’s because I need a lot of zoom in a little camera.
