Lumix S1Rvs OM-5
Lumix
Lumix S1R (2019)
Starting from £2499 new
Best for High-resolution landscape, commercial & studio photography
View Lumix S1R
VS
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
High-Resolution Landscape, Commercial & Studio Photography — Lumix S1R (2019): A 47MP full-frame resolution powerhouse with one of the finest EVFs ever made — the S1R rewards careful, deliberate photography.
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 S1R (2019)
- Landscape photographers who want maximum resolution in a weather-sealed, IBIS-equipped full-frame body
- Commercial and product photographers who need 47MP detail with the option of 187MP composite shots
- Studio portrait photographers who want the finest EVF available alongside a high-resolution sensor
- Leica SL2 users who want a more affordable L-mount high-resolution alternative
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 s1r has the highest resolution at 47mp; the om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1R (2019) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,499 | £899 |
| Sensor | 47.3MP full-frame CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), V-Log (upgrade) | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable for static subjects | 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 | ~360 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 S1R | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
More comparisons with Lumix S1R
Camera family history