Nauticam announces housing for the OM OM-1 . system

news7g04/21/2022

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Nauticam announces housing for the OM OM-1 . system

It’s only been two months since OM Digital Solutions announced the first camera under the “OM System” brand – the OM-1—Nauticam has revealed the case for the camera labeled “Olympus”. With a 20.4MP stacked CMOS sensor and TruePic X Dual Quad Core processor, the flagship Micro Four Thirds camera can shoot unlayer 4K video at up to 60fps and output 12-bit RAW video as output. external recording via HDMI.

Nauticam’s NA-OM1 case continues the company’s recent softer-bezel new look Housing Panasonic GH6, and is similarly designed to cater to both filmmakers and still-life photographers. Nauticam’s renowned emphasis on ergonomics ensures that all camera controls have been reoriented to the most accessible position on the housing, including the right AF-ON lever for autofocus back button and a bright red record button under the right thumb.

The housing has built-in fiber optic baffles and the strobe can be activated in manual mode by adding Nauticam’s Mini Flash Trigger, or in TTL mode by adding Olympus’ FL-LM3 flash. inside the shell. If you activate your strobe lights electrically, you also have the option of ordering a housing with a Nikonos-style baffle. Videographers can add a monitor like the Atomos Shinobi via HDMI 1.4, or a monitor/recorder like the Atomos Ninja V over HDMI 2.0 — giving you 10-bit 4K/60p 4:2:2 external recording. Nauticam provides covers for both monitors.

Currently shipping, the Nauticam NA-OM1 is priced at $2,786 and is available from retailers like Backscatter.

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PRESS PRESS

INTRODUCTION NA-OM1

OM-1 . SYSTEMS

Reviving the ‘OM’ moniker for its 50th anniversary, OM System is releasing the OM-1 Micro Four Thirds camera aimed at “professional on-the-go”. The OM-1 has a new stacked 20MP CMOS sensor. The stacked design offers faster readout and improved autofocus compared to previous BSI sensors. Billed as a true hybrid shooter, the OM-1 can shoot up to 10-bit DCI or UHD aspect ratio 4K video at up to 60p and HD at 240 fps. Via HDMI, the OM-1’s output can be recorded as ProRes RAW on Atomos’ Ninja V and Ninja V+ recorders.

Main camera specifications

20MP . stacked CMOS sensor

1053 X-type AF points

Up to 120 fps with electronic shutter

Image stabilization rated to 7EV when calibrated (up to 8EV with compatible lenses)

Large dot 5.76M OLED electronic viewfinder

Dual UHS-II . SD card slots

UHD or DCI 4K/60p, 1080 video up to 240 fps

Weathertightness rated to IP53

Underwater Housing NAUTICAM NA-OM1

The OM-1 system is characterized by a combination of extreme customizability and impressive stabilization in a compact hybrid imaging package. Nauticam NA-OM1, similar to OM-1 is an improvement of its predecessors. Nauticam has manufactured cases for a wide range of Micro Four Thirds products from Olympus and Panasonic. Throughout the evolution of Micro Four Thirds cameras, Nauticam has adapted our design to help image makers get the most out of every camera advancement. More than just a simple waterproof case, the NA-OM1 integrates with the OM-1 to adjust and improve the camera’s features for underwater photography.

MISSION CONTROL

No matter where a dial or button on the body can be found, Nauticam engineers make sure it’s where it’s needed most on the case. This Mission Control philosophy drives the design of every home and provides the most intuitive and easy-to-use enclosures available. The NA-OM1 features a thumb lever, easily accessible from the ergonomic rubberized right handgrip to activate AF-ON control with a dedicated red record button nearby. The latter’s button autofocus method prevents the camera from refocusing between shots, gives the user fine control over the focus of the image, and is vital whether shooting macros or fast-moving wide-angle subjects.

ERROR CONDITIONER

The OM-1 can be used with the optional Olympus FL-LM3 flash inside the NA-OM1 to provide precise TTL flash firing through the built-in Sea & Sea-style fiber optic baffles. For high-speed manual flash triggering, the Mini Flash Trigger for Olympus (26306) can be used. The trigger is powered by an onboard coin-style lithium battery, with thousands of flashes available from one set. The legacy wired flashing system can be electrically activated via a Nikonos-style electrical baffle (optional).

PREMIUM PROFESSIONAL OPTICALS

A camera system is only as good as the optics placed in front of it. Nauticam’s extensive line of dome and flat-port lenses supports a wide range of Micro Four Thirds lenses. For even higher image quality and even greater versatility, the NA-OM1 can be used in conjunction with Nauticam’s line of Water Contact Optics products. For example, with the Olympus 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ Lens, the Nauticam WWL-1 offers full zoom through the ultra-wide-angle 130º field of view.

CONFIRM VIEWER

A clear angle of view for focus and good composition are key to successful underwater photography, and nothing beats a magnifying viewfinder. These viewfinders use distance rather than close-up vision and provide a large, clear view of the high-resolution Olympus electronic viewfinder. The OM-1 features a much-improved 5.76M Dot OLED electronic viewfinder. Available in 45º Angle (PN 32205 or 32213) and straight 180º (PN 32204 or 32211) formats, both viewfinders feature external spectral adjustments to dial in the perfect correction to suit your eyesight photographer. When used with the NA-OM1, the 32° / 1:1 Full Frame Angle Viewfinder (32213) or the 32° / 1:1 Full Frame Straight Viewfinder (32211) requires the 32215 Viewfinder Collar Adapter.

INTEGRATED VACUUM TESTING AND Detecting SYSTEM

The Nauticam leak detection and vacuum testing system is available with the NA-OM1 as standard equipment. Paired with the optional M14 II Vacuum Valve (PN 25624), this monitoring system provides constant updates on the housing’s watertightness and safety for diving. The simple coded LED lighting system lets the user know that the vacuum is solid, or that the case is losing its vacuum. Leak detection is integrated in the same circuit, so if there is water ingress, an audible and visual indicator will appear.

RESOURCES

What’s in the box?

NA-OM1 case with two handles and ball mount

90136 O-ring spare parts, o-ring cleaners and lubricants

2 plugs for attaching optical cables

Panasonic CR-2450 battery (for humidity alarm and leak detection)

Allen key set

User manual card

Padded bag and shoulder strap

Recommended accessories

25624 Vacuum Valve M14 II (Push Button)

Straight viewfinder 32204 Nauticam 180˚ for MIL . case

Viewfinder 32205 Nauticam 45˚ for housing MIL

26306 Mini Flash Trigger for Olympus (Compatible with NA-EM5II / EM1)

32211 Nauticam 32° / 1:1 full-frame straight viewfinder

32213 Nauticam Full Frame Viewinder 32° / 1:1 *

32215 Viewfinder Necklace Adapter for 32211/2/3/4 for use with MIL Case

26216 . Spectrum Cable

Flashing bulb 25221 M10 for housing

* 32215 is required for use with the NA-OM1

Incompatible accessories

* Updates for these sections are currently in production. If you have one of the incompatible parts, please contact us for upgrade information.

36059 O1250-Z Zoom Gear for Olympus 12-50mm EZ for use with GH5/EM1X (for NA-GH5/EM1X)

36147 O1250-Z Olympus M.Zuiko 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 gear zoom EZ

36061 P1442X-PZ Zoom Gear (compatible with NA-GH5) for Panazonic Lumix GX Vario PZ 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER OIS

36146 P1442X-PZ Panazonic Lumix GX Vario PZ 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER OIS zoom gear (H-PS14042)

36051 adapter for Olympus 4/3 port and gear system

HDMI Output Accessories

For HDMI 2.0

25086 M24 adapter for HDMI 2.0 cable (tighten tool included)

25077 M24D1R205-M28A1R170 HDMI 2.0 cable (for NA-XT3/OM1/R5C for use with Ninja V case)

Housing supervision:

17922 Nauticam Atomos Ninja V Housing for Atomos Ninja V 5” 4Kp60 4:2:2 10-bit Recorder/Monitor/Player (HDMI 2.0 cable not included)

17922S Nauticam Atomos Ninja VS Housing for Atomos Ninja V 5” 4Kp60 4:2:2 Rearrangement / Monitor / 10-bit Player (HDMI 2.0 cable not included) with Atomos AtomX SDI Module

For HDMI 1.4