Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIIvs OM System OM-1 Mark II
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
From £699
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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OM System
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
From £1999
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
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Which should you buy?
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Wildlife, Birds & Outdoor Sports — OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024): OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
Who should buy what
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- You want a lightweight, sealed camera for travel and outdoor photography
- You're new to Micro Four Thirds and want a capable mid-range body with excellent stabilisation
- Note: consider the newer OM-5 for updated specs in a similar compact form factor
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
- You shoot wildlife, birds in flight, or fast-moving action where tracking accuracy is critical
- You need extreme weather sealing for shooting in rain, dust, mud, or freezing cold
- You're invested in the MFT ecosystem and want the absolute best body available
Quick take: The olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) | OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | 20.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) |
| Stabilisation | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS | 8.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical | 120fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | 390 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 414g body only | 599g body only |
| Dimensions | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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