Buying Guide / OM System
EST. 2021 / Tokyo, Japan / Micro Four Thirds MOUNT

OM System

OM System carries on the Olympus camera legacy under new ownership. Their Micro Four Thirds cameras excel in compact size, weather sealing, and computational photography features. The OM-1 Mark II is a compelling option for wildlife and travel photographers who value portability.

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MIRRORLESS / MICRO FOUR THIRDS / FLAGSHIP

OM-1

Current model: OM-1 Mark II
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$2399
Current Released
2024-02-15
Days Since Update
Avg Cycle
730 days
Generations
2
Product Lifecycle Progress
Released Expected Update (~730d)
Specifications
Resolution: 20 MP
Sensor: Micro Four Thirds
Max Video: 4K 120p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
Stacked MFT sensor
50fps burst
AI subject detection
IP53 weather sealed
Generation History
OM-1 2022-03-18
$2199
First OM System branded camera — stacked sensor
OM-1 Mark II 2024-02-15
$2399
AI subject detection, improved computational features
Our Take
Recently updated MFT flagship. Best Micro Four Thirds camera — great time to buy.
MIRRORLESS / MICRO FOUR THIRDS / ENTHUSIAST

OM-5

Current model: OM-5
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$1199
Current Released
2022-10-26
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 20 MP
Sensor: Micro Four Thirds
Max Video: 4K 30p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
IP53 weather sealed
Computational photography
Compact body
50MP handheld high-res
Generation History
OM-5 2022-10-26
$1199
Compact weatherproof MFT for travel and outdoor
Our Take
Over 3 years old. OM-5 II expected — wait if possible.
Micro Four Thirds
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