OM System
OM-3
Retro-styled MFT body with modern AF and creator-friendly design.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
OM System
OM-5 Mark II
Updated compact MFT travel body with 20MP sensor, 7.5-stop IBIS, IP53 sealing, and Live ND.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
OM-3
Wins
OM-5 Mark II
9 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-3 has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 15 fps)
- AOM-3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- BOM-5 Mark II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AOM-3 has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 6 fps)
- AOM-3 has lower ISO min (native) (80 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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139 × 89 × 46 mm
496 g (1.09 lb / 17.50 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
OM-5 Mark II
125 × 85 × 50 mm
414 g (0.91 lb / 14.60 oz)
OM-3 is 4mm thinner than OM-5 Mark II but it is also 14mm wider and 4mm taller.
OM-3 is 82 g heavier than OM-5 Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 46mm OM-3 · 50mm OM-5 Mark II
Sensor size, to scale
OM-3
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
OM-5 Mark II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-3
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
OM-5 Mark II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
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-3
AF low-light limit
-8 EV vs -7 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Animals…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.3, 88.9, 45.8
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Reasons to choose
OM-5 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 125.3, 85.2, 49.7
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only OM-5 Mark II supports it
Weight
414 g vs 496 g — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 6.5 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.4 MP
- ✓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
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
OM-3
Pros
- ✓Retro design
- ✓Modern AF
- ✓Compact
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Premium for MFT
- –Smaller lens selection
OM-5 Mark II
Pros
- ✓7.5-stop IBIS
- ✓IP53 weather sealing
- ✓Live ND & computational modes
- ✓Compact travel body
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Single card slot
- –Premium for MFT
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the OM-3 and OM-5 Mark II at major authorized retailers.
OM System OM-3
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, OM-3 or OM-5 Mark II?
OM-3 scores 10.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for OM-5 Mark II — 120fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-3 and OM-5 Mark II?
Both cameras share the same 20.4 MP resolution.
Do the OM-3 and OM-5 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
OM-3 has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while OM-5 Mark II has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-3 or the OM-5 Mark II?
OM-3 reaches 120 fps electronic. OM-5 Mark II reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-3 and OM-5 Mark II?
OM-3 weighs 496 g and OM-5 Mark II weighs 414 g, so the OM-5 Mark II is 82 g lighter.
Do the OM-3 and OM-5 Mark II record 4K video?
OM-3: 4K up to 60p. OM-5 Mark II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the OM-3 and OM-5 Mark II weather sealed?
OM-3: Yes. OM-5 Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the OM-3 and 640 shots for the OM-5 Mark II, giving the OM-5 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-3 launched at $1,699 and OM-5 Mark II at $1,299. The OM-5 Mark II is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.