Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIIvs OM System OM-1 Mark II
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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OM System
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
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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, Birds & Outdoor Sports — OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024): OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
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 System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need the best subject tracking in MFT
- Sports photographers who want weather sealing and 50fps burst
- OM-1 owners looking for a meaningful autofocus upgrade
- Professionals who need pro-grade weather sealing in the lightest possible system
Quick take: The olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; 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 System OM-1 Mark II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | 20.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) |
| Stabilisation | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS | 8.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical | 120fps with AF tracking |
| 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 | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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