Lumix G9 IIvs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Lumix
Lumix G9 II (2023)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
View Lumix G9 II
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
View Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
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.
Who should buy what
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- Stills photographers who want the best MFT camera for sport and wildlife
- G9 owners upgrading to phase-detect AF and improved video specs
- Hybrid MFT shooters who want strong stills and 5.7K video in one body
- Photographers who want the most capable Lumix MFT camera ever made
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £699 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 680 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 II | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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