OM System OM-5 Mark II
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The OM System OM-5 Mark II is a compact, weather-sealed mirrorless camera built around a 20.4 MP Micro Four Thirds sensor and aimed squarely at adventure photographers who value portability and reliability. At 370 grams with battery and card, it's one of the lightest weather-sealed bodies on the market, yet it still packs IP53-rated dust and splash resistance, freezeproofing to 14°F, and a magnesium alloy frame. The 5-axis in-body stabilization offers up to 6.5 stops (7.5 with compatible lenses), and the camera leans heavily into computational photography with modes like Live ND, handheld high-res shot (50 MP), focus stacking, and Starry Sky AF all accessible via a dedicated button.
Reviewers consistently praise the physical controls, ergonomics, and the clever suite of AI-driven computational features that extend the Micro Four Thirds sensor's capabilities. The inclusion of OM-Log profiles and unlimited 4K recording time adds some video credibility, though 8-bit internal recording and a single UHS-II card slot may limit appeal for serious hybrid shooters. At $1,199.99, it slots in as a capable, travel-friendly body that prioritizes handling and creative modes over outright sensor size or cutting-edge video specs.
- Lightweight (370 g) and compact with IP53 weather sealing and freezeproofing
- Strong 5-axis IBIS with up to 7.5 stops of stabilization (with compatible lenses)
- Excellent physical controls and ergonomics
- Rich computational modes including Live ND, handheld 50 MP high-res shot, and focus stacking
- Dedicated button for quick access to creative features
- 8-bit internal video recording limits color grading flexibility
- Single UHS-II card slot may not suit professional workflows
- Micro Four Thirds sensor smaller than APS-C or full-frame competitors
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It packs loads of physical controls, excellent IBIS and cunning computational modes into a light, weather-sealed body that looks and feels great in your hands.
The OM-5 II offers lots of AI-driven features including Focus Stacking, HDR, Multiple Exposure. Live ND, Starry Sky AF and Handheld High Res Shot modes.
The OM-5 II is the OM system's latest release with a focus on this camera being the epitome of balance of weight, size, image quality, and reliability.
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About this product
The OM System OM-5 Mark II is listed as a potential upcoming mirrorless camera model.
Specs
- Battery
- BLS-50, approx. 310 shots (CIPA)
- Weight Grams
- 370 g (body only, with battery and card)
- Dimensions Mm
- 125.3 x 85.2 x 49.7 mm
- Build Material
- Magnesium alloy frame, glass-reinforced polycarbonate outer body
- Weather Sealing
- Yes, IP53-rated, dustproof, splashproof, freezeproof to 14°F
- Bit Depth
- 8-bit
- Raw Video
- No
- Log Profiles
- OM-Log400, OM Cinema 1, OM Cinema 2
- Internal Codecs
- H.264/MPEG-4 AVC
- Max Frame Rate 4k
- 4K 30p (UHD), 4K 24p (DCI)
- Max Frame Rate Hd
- 1080/120p
- Max Video Bitrate
- 240 Mbps
- Max Recording Time
- Unlimited
- Max Video Resolution
- DCI 4K (4096 x 2160)
- Gps
- Via connected smartphone
- Live Nd
- Live ND 16 mode
- Hot Shoe
- Yes
- Mobile App
- OM Image Share (Android & iOS)
- Flash Modes
- Auto, Fill In, Manual, Off, Slow Sync, TTL Auto
- Remote Port
- 2.5 mm
- Webcam Mode
- UVC/UAC via USB-C
- File Formats
- JPEG, Raw (12-bit)
- Tripod Mount
- 1/4 inch-20
- Aspect Ratios
- 1:1, 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 16:9
- High Res Shot
- 50 MP handheld, 80 MP tripod
- Focus Stacking
- Yes
- Live Composite
- Yes
- Audio Recording
- 16-bit 48 kHz LPCM
- Group Target Af
- 25-point mode
- Time Lapse Mode
- Up to 4K UHD
- Flash Sync Speed
- 1/250 s
- Hand Held Assist
- Yes
- Pro Capture Mode
- 30 fps, captures before shutter button press
- Night Vision Mode
- Yes
- Diopter Adjustment
- -4 to +2
- Vertical Video Mode
- 9:16 aspect ratio
- Viewfinder Resolution
- 1024 x 768 (2.36 million dots)
- Computational Photography Button
- Direct access to High-Res Shot, Live ND, Focus Stacking, HDR, Multiple Exposure
- Sensor Size
- Micro Four Thirds (17.4 x 13 mm)
- Sensor Type
- Live MOS
- Image Processor
- TruePic IX
- Low Pass Filter
- No
- Effective Megapixels
- 20.4 MP
- Release Date
- 2025
- Announced Date
- 2025
- Launch Price Usd
- $1199.99
- Dual Native Iso
- No
- Iso Range Video
- 200 to 25600
- Iso Range Stills
- 200 to 25600 (native in manual mode), Auto mode up to 6400
- Continuous Shooting
- Up to 30 fps (Pro Capture mode)
- Shutter Speed Electronic
- 1/32000 to 60 s
- Shutter Speed Mechanical
- 1/8000 to 60 s
- Viewfinder
- OLED EVF, 2.36 million dots, 1.48x magnification, 100% coverage
- Rear Screen
- 3.0 inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD, 1.04 million dots
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Lens Mount
- Micro Four Thirds
- Crop Factor
- 2.0x
- Usb
- USB-C (power delivery and data)
- Hdmi
- Micro-HDMI
- Audio Io
- 1x 3.5 mm TRS stereo microphone input, built-in stereo microphone
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Bluetooth 5.2
- Card Slots
- 1x SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
- Ibis
- 5-axis, 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with compatible lenses)
- Af Points
- 121 phase-detection (all cross-type), 121 contrast-detection
- Af System
- Phase-detection and contrast-detection hybrid
- Af Low Light
- -2 EV
- Subject Detection
- Face and eye detection, Starry Sky AF
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