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 Industry
TG-7-based industrial microscope documentation kit with Super Adapter, rugged body, C4K video, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and HDMI output.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
Tough TG-7 Industry is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
OM-1
Wins
Tough TG-7 Industry
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-1 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 25)
- AOM-1 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 12,800)
- AOM-1 has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 20 fps)
- BTough TG-7 Industry has lower Weight (249 g vs 599 g)
- AOM-1 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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135 × 92 × 73 mm
599 g (1.32 lb / 21.13 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Tough TG-7 Industry
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 Industry.
OM-1 is 350 g heavier than Tough TG-7 Industry.
Depth (front-to-back): 73mm OM-1 · 33mm Tough TG-7 Industry
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 Industry: 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
AF points / zones
1053 vs 25 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only OM-1 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only OM-1 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7 Industry
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Weight
249 g vs 599 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓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 Industry
Pros
- ✓Microscope adapter kit
- ✓Rugged TG-7 platform
- ✓C4K video
- ✓HDMI review workflow
Cons
- –Specialized industrial kit
- –Small sensor
- –Much pricier than TG-7 body
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 Industry at major authorized retailers.
OM System OM-1
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, OM-1 or Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-1 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Tough TG-7 Industry — 120fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-1 is 20.4 MP and Tough TG-7 Industry is 12 MP, so the OM-1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 Industry have in-body image stabilization?
OM-1 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Tough TG-7 Industry does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-1 or the Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-1 reaches 120 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 Industry reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-1 weighs 599 g and Tough TG-7 Industry weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 Industry is 350 g lighter.
Do the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 Industry record 4K video?
OM-1: 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-7 Industry: 4K up to 30p.
Are the OM-1 and Tough TG-7 Industry weather sealed?
OM-1: Yes. Tough TG-7 Industry: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the OM-1 and 640 shots for the Tough TG-7 Industry, giving the Tough TG-7 Industry the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-1 launched at $2,199 and Tough TG-7 Industry at $1,699. The Tough TG-7 Industry is $500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.