Introducing the OM System OM-5
Live ND, PRO Capture, Live Composite, Starry Sky AF, 7.5 EV IS, Freezeproof to 14° F
What OM System Says About Their Latest Camera
This full-featured Micro Four Thirds System standard interchangeable lens camera features durable dustproof and splashproof performance, with freezeproof protection down to 14°F ideal for those with an action-packed lifestyle, allowing worry-free photography in harsh environments that many other cameras cannot endure. This powerful, yet portable, camera body is equipped with expanded features to further inspire creative shooting, including computational photography features such as 50MP Handheld High Res Shot and Live ND, as well as support for vertical video playback on smartphones.
The powerful in-body 5-axis image stabilisation paired with compact, lightweight M.Zuiko Digital lenses deliver outstanding image quality in a highly mobile interchangeable lens camera, making it the ultimate outdoor adventure camera. The OM-5 is ready to capture stunning images anytime, anywhere, in any environment.
My Take on This Camera
My EM-5 Mark II is one of my all time favorite MFT cameras. I still use it regularly. With this update, OM System has created a sophisticated, full feature body that blows away its predecessor, the E-M5 Mark III, in terms of spec, with a truly appealing body design.
It’s very compact (12.91 oz), IP53 dust and splash-proof rated, 121-point all cross-type phase detection AF, and includes high quality vertical and horizontal video recording.
What a wonderful follow-up to the OM-1. I am impressed.
Pricing and Availability
The OM-5 will be available in Silver and Black in late-November 2022 in the following configurations and pricing:
OM SYSTEM OM-5 Body Only: $1,199.99 (US); $1,699.99 (CAD)
OM SYSTEM OM-5 Body with 12-45mm F4.0 PRO Lens Kit: $1,599.99 (US); $2,199.99 (CAD)
I wasn't expecting the stacked sensor of the OM-1, it's too expensive. But I was hoping they'd go for a higher pixel count, like was done in the Fuji X-H2 40mp. That would have made it easier to justify upgrading from my Pen-F. But to be honest, the one feature that has been my must-have is Hand-Held-High-Res. And that one is included in the OM-5, along with some other great computational features. So I'm still on the fence: OM-5 or a Google Pixel 7 Pro???
Hey there Derrick,
My thoughts on this camera are a little different. I own the E-M5 Mark III and The OM-1. I was hoping OM System would have put more effort into the OM-5. To me the added upgrades to an existing body are not worth the price of this camera. It looks like they used the same exact body with possibly the same flawed tripod mount. The viewfinder is the same as the older camera, the menu system is the same as the older camera and they even use the old outdated micro USB port. In my opinion, if OM System wants to stay in business they need move forward with new tech like they did with the OM-1. I am really rooting for this company as I have a long lasting love for Olympus cameras. I am a little disappointed that the first camera that displays the OM System logo is actually an older camera with some ported over upgrades. I think this camera should be priced at $899 for what it is. I’m not sure they will be selling many at the current price as the better known Camera manufacturers have more attractive offers. Just some thoughts from me. 😊 Love all the work and content you always put up!