I am glad you do. But almost universally every single new Olympus review has for at least 2 years in a row now mentioned that the UI has gotten pretty bad (that's just for reference, I have observed this mess myself).
If it works for you, cheers and be happy, sure. But there are some rather obvious UI design problems with what Olympus has gotten into. A lot of it is opinion, but there are some factual UI mistakes when looked at it from UI design domain.
I hope Olympus considers one day to re-do at least some of the obvious issues they have. Info button to get an explanation on what the heck something does is a bandaid.
- Ricardo
Thanks Ricardo for your kind reply.
Of course you are entitled to your opinion as I am entitled to mine.
Yes some"reviewers" seem to share criticism without ever getting into a camera.
I tend to form my opinions primarily with my own hands on experiences.
Obviously camera makers have quite different ideas what an UI should look like.
So I try to develop an understanding within the constraints of a particular UI.
Olympus has a certain complex interplay of the menu, info, and okay button.
Once understanding that and their super control panel I find it easy to use.
Also knowing how to switch on and off short explanations is very helpful.
In the E-M1.2 Olympus is using an additional directory layer/structure.
It enables switching menu sub panels without going into them.
As this layer is appropriately labeled it"s easy to find the way thru the menu.
Of course, as in any UI system there are some bugs in Olympus' one as well.
So far, I have not had a problem finding easy workarounds.
I use my OM-D cameras with their Power Battery Holders that also repeat the functional buttons. Seems to work for me.
i am also similarly familiar with the UI of various Nikon and Sony cameras and the Leica M9. Whenever I use a camera, that I have not used for awhile, it helps to briefly reflect on that particular UI and mentally go thru its menus.
So far I have never used a Panasonic camera but I am convinced that with dedication and some effort and time I would get used to its idiosyncrasies as well and learn how to use it efficiently and develop the necessary muscle memory for its effortless use.
Can all those different UIs be improved? Sure they can, but I am not holding my breath for that to happen right away.