OM System
OM-1
First OM System flagship with cross-type AF and 50fps burst.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Tough TG-7 is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
OM-1
Wins
Tough TG-7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-1 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 1,600)
- AOM-1 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 25)
- AOM-1 has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 20 fps)
- AOM-1 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- BTough TG-7 has lower Weight (249 g vs 599 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareOM-1
135 × 92 × 73 mm
599 g (1.32 lb / 21.13 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
OM-1 is 21mm wider, 26mm taller, and 40mm thicker than Tough TG-7.
OM-1 is 350 g heavier than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 73mm OM-1 · 33mm Tough TG-7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
OM-1
135 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
OM-1
135 × 73 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
OM-1
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-1
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Tough TG-7: mount data unavailable
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
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Animals…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.8, 91.6, 72.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 1,600 — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 25 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
249 g vs 599 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
OM-1
Pros
- ✓50fps burst
- ✓Great weather sealing
- ✓Computational modes
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by OM-1 II
- –Smaller than FF
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
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 video, OM-1 or Tough TG-7?
OM-1 scores 5.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-1 and Tough TG-7?
OM-1 is 20.4 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the OM-1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
OM-1 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-1 or the Tough TG-7?
OM-1 reaches 120 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-1 and Tough TG-7?
OM-1 weighs 599 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 350 g lighter.
Do the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
OM-1: 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
OM-1: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the OM-1 and 340 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the OM-1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-1 launched at $2,199 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $1,650 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 press materials.