Z5vs OM-5
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Entry-Level Full-Frame & Dslr Switchers — Z5 (2020): The most affordable route into full-frame Z — dual card slots, IBIS, and a capable sensor at an accessible price.
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
Z5 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to full-frame mirrorless for the first time
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame image quality on a tighter budget
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who don't need fast burst or 4K
- Z5 II shoppers on a budget — the original Z5 is now excellent value used
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 z5 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z5 (2020) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (with crop), 1080p/60p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Hybrid AF — 273 phase-detect points, eye/subject detection | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — up to 5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~470 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 590g (with battery) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 134 × 100.5 × 69.5mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.8× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Z5 | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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