OM System OM-1 Mark IIvs Sony FX30
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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?
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.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
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
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the sony fx30 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,999 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 8.5-stop IBIS | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 120fps with AF tracking | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 520 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 599g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM System OM-1 Mark II | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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