OM System
OM-1 II
Flagship MFT with stacked sensor, 120fps, and pro wildlife features.
$2,399
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
OM-1 II is 5 months newer.
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Wins
OM-1 II
Wins
KOMODO-X
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 20 fps)
- AOM-1 II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- BKOMODO-X has higher Max video bit rate (560 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BKOMODO-X has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AOM-1 II has lower Weight (599 g vs 1190 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareOM-1 II
135 × 92 × 73 mm
599 g (1.32 lb / 21.13 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
KOMODO-X
129 × 101 × 95 mm
1190 g (2.62 lb / 41.98 oz)
OM-1 II is 10mm shorter and 23mm thinner than KOMODO-X but it is also 5mm wider.
OM-1 II is 591 g lighter than KOMODO-X.
Depth (front-to-back): 73mm OM-1 II · 95mm KOMODO-X
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
OM-1 II
135 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO-X
129 × 101 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
OM-1 II
135 × 73 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO-X
129 × 95 mm
Sensor size, to scale
OM-1 II
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-1 II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
KOMODO-X
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
OM-1 II
AF low-light limit
-8 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Animals…
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.8, 91.6, 72.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only OM-1 II supports it
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 HQ…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.37, 101.26, 95.26
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Max video bit rate
560 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 240 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
OM-1 II
Pros
- ✓120fps stills
- ✓Stacked MFT
- ✓IP53 weather sealing
- ✓Computational features
Cons
- –MFT sensor size
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Menu complexity
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, OM-1 II or KOMODO-X?
OM-1 II scores 7.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for KOMODO-X — 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-1 II and KOMODO-X?
OM-1 II is 20.4 MP and KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP, so the OM-1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the OM-1 II and KOMODO-X have in-body image stabilization?
OM-1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while KOMODO-X does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-1 II or the KOMODO-X?
OM-1 II reaches 120 fps electronic. KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-1 II and KOMODO-X?
OM-1 II weighs 599 g and KOMODO-X weighs 1190 g, so the OM-1 II is 591 g lighter.
Do the OM-1 II and KOMODO-X record 4K video?
OM-1 II: 4K up to 60p. KOMODO-X: 4K up to 120p.
Are the OM-1 II and KOMODO-X weather sealed?
OM-1 II: Yes. KOMODO-X: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the OM-1 II and 640 shots for the KOMODO-X, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-1 II launched at $2,399 and KOMODO-X at $9,995. The OM-1 II is $7,596 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System and RED press materials.