OM-1vs OM-3
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Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
Travel, Outdoor & Adventure Photography — OM-3 (2024): The ideal mid-range OM System camera — weather sealed, class-leading IBIS, and superb computational features in a compact body.
Who should buy what
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
OM-3 (2024)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need weather sealing and compact size
- Wildlife and bird photographers wanting improved AF over the OM-5
- Travel shooters who want a rugged, lightweight MFT system
- OM-5 or E-M5 III owners wanting better autofocus without going to the OM-1
Quick take: The om-3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-1 (2022) | OM-3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £999 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI | 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition | Phase-detect AF — subject recognition (human, animal, bird, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) | IBIS — up to 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with Sync IS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic with AF |
| Battery Life | 520 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 599g (body only) | 414g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm | 122.3 × 84.6 × 49.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-1 | OM-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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