OM-3vs OM-5
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Which should you buy?
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.
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
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
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 om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-3 (2024) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £899 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF — subject recognition (human, animal, bird, vehicle) | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — up to 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with Sync IS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic with AF | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~400 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 414g (with battery) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.3 × 84.6 × 49.4mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-3 | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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