Lumix S1vs OM-5
Lumix
Lumix S1 (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Landscape, studio & professional stills on L-mount
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Landscape, Studio & Professional Stills On L-Mount — Lumix S1 (2019): Built like a tank with one of the finest viewfinders ever made — the S1 is the choice for photographers who prioritise build quality and IBIS over AF speed.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
Who should buy what
Lumix S1 (2019)
- L-mount system photographers who want a rugged, weather-sealed full-frame body for demanding conditions
- Landscape and studio photographers who value exceptional IBIS and an outstanding EVF
- Video professionals who need V-Log and 4K/60p in a robust, weather-sealed body
- Leica SL users who want a more affordable second body on the same L-mount system
OM-5 (2022)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need a compact, weather-sealed body
- Travellers who want MFT's compact size with pro-level weather protection
- E-M5 III owners upgrading to OM System's improved subject detection
- Photographers who want strong IBIS and rugged build without OM-1 pricing
Quick take: The lumix s1 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1 (2019) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 9fps continuous with AF/AE | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 898g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S1 | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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