Upgrade Guide
OM System OM-1→OM System OM-1 Mark II
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Worthwhile
Clear improvements over the OM-1. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.
What's new in the OM-1 Mark II
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StabilisationImproved — 8.5-stop IBIS
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Burst rate120fps with AF tracking vs 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture
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Generation2 years newer (2024 vs 2022)
Unchanged or similar
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ResolutionSimilar (20MP)
Suitability by genre
Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.
| Genre | OM-1 | OM-1 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait | +0.3 | ||
| Street | +0.1 | ||
| Travel | +0.2 | ||
| Wedding & Events | +0.3 | ||
| Vlogging & Video | -0.1 | ||
| Filmmaking | +0.2 | ||
| Documentary | +0.3 | ||
| Sports & Action | +0.1 | ||
| Landscape | +0.1 | ||
| Wildlife | +0.1 | ||
| Casual | -0.1 | ||
| Food | +0.3 | ||
| Macro | +0.3 | ||
| Architecture | +0.2 | ||
| Astrophotography | +0.1 |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | OM-1 | OM-1 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £1,999 | |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 | ↑ |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | |
| Resolution | 20MP | 20MP | ↓ |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG | |
| Autofocus | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) | |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) | 8.5-stop IBIS | |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture | 120fps with AF tracking | ↑ |
| Battery Life | 520 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) | |
| Weight | 599g (body only) | 599g (body only) | |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps | |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II |
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