EOS M5vs OM-1
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Portrait — EOS M5 (2016): The EOS M5 was the first EF-M camera with a built-in EVF — and it made the system feel complete. Fast Dual Pixel AF, a 9fps burst, and a high-resolution articulating screen deliver a confident shooting experience. No IBIS and 1080p video only limit its appeal for hybrid work, but for stills photographers it remains one of the most well-rounded EF-M bodies available.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
Who should buy what
EOS M5 (2016)
- Enthusiast photographers who want an EVF in a compact EF-M body
- Photographers switching from DSLR who want familiar handling
- Portrait and travel photographers who value fast AF and good ergonomics
- Used-market buyers wanting a capable EF-M stills camera
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The eos m5 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m5 is the most affordable; only the om-1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M5 (2016) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face detection | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | ~295 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 427g (body only) | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 116.2 × 88.1 × 60.6mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M5 | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Casual | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Astrophotography | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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