Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIIvs OM-1
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
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.
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
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
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 olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | 390 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 414g body only | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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