OM-5vs Sony FX30
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
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-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
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 om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-5 (2022) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~370 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 414g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | 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 slots | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-5 | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| 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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