Upgrade Guide

OM System OM System TG-7→OM System OM-5

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

OM System

OM System TG-7

£449

2023

→

Upgrade to

OM System

OM-5

£899 (+£450)

2022

✅

Strong upgrade

The OM-5 improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most OM System TG-7 owners will notice the difference.

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Full spec comparison

Spec	OM System TG-7	OM-5
Price	£449	£899
Released	2023	2022	↓
Sensor	12MP BSI CMOS	20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS
Resolution	12MP	20MP	↑
Video	4K/30p, 1080p/120p	4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K
Autofocus	Hybrid phase/contrast AF	Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking
Stabilisation	Digital IS	5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses)
Burst Rate	20fps	30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical	↑
Battery Life	340 shots (CIPA)	~370 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	253g	414g body only	↓
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	None	EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification
Screen	3.0" fixed TFT LCD	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen
Mount	Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom)	Micro Four Thirds
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I	Dual SD UHS-II slots

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