OM System
OM-3
Retro-styled MFT body with modern AF and creator-friendly design.
$1,699
Released Jan 2025
OM System
OM-D E-M10 Mark III
Entry MFT with IBIS and approachable design for beginners.
$649
Released Aug 2017
OM-3 is 7.4 years newer.
Wins
OM-3
Wins
OM-D E-M10 Mark III
9 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-3 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AOM-3 has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 11 fps)
- AOM-3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- AOM-3 has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 6 fps)
- AOM-3 has higher Resolution (20.4 MP vs 16 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
OM-3
139 × 89 × 46 mm
496 g (1.09 lb / 17.50 oz)
OM-D E-M10 Mark III
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
OM-3 is 2mm shorter and 26mm thinner than OM-D E-M10 Mark III but it is also 5mm wider.
OM-3 is 84 g lighter than OM-D E-M10 Mark III.
Depth (front-to-back): 46mm OM-3 · 72mm OM-D E-M10 Mark III
Sensor size, to scale
OM-3
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
OM-D E-M10 Mark III
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-D E-M10 Mark III
✓ 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…
IBIS effectiveness
6.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.3, 88.9, 45.8
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only OM-3 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only OM-3 supports it
Reasons to choose
OM-D E-M10 Mark III
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
AA filter
Only OM-D E-M10 Mark III supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
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-D E-M10 Mark III
Pros
- ✓IBIS at entry price
- ✓Compact
- ✓Easy menus
Cons
- –16MP
- –No weather sealing
- –Older
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, OM-3 or OM-D E-M10 Mark III?
OM-3 scores 8.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for OM-D E-M10 Mark III — 120fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-3 and OM-D E-M10 Mark III?
OM-3 is 20.4 MP and OM-D E-M10 Mark III is 16 MP, so the OM-3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the OM-3 and OM-D E-M10 Mark III have in-body image stabilization?
OM-3 has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while oM-D E-M10 Mark III does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-3 or the OM-D E-M10 Mark III?
OM-3 reaches 120 fps electronic. OM-D E-M10 Mark III reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-3 and OM-D E-M10 Mark III?
OM-3 weighs 496 g and OM-D E-M10 Mark III weighs 580 g, so the OM-3 is 84 g lighter.
Do the OM-3 and OM-D E-M10 Mark III record 4K video?
OM-3: 4K up to 60p. OM-D E-M10 Mark III: 4K up to 60p.
Are the OM-3 and OM-D E-M10 Mark III weather sealed?
OM-3: Yes. OM-D E-M10 Mark III: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the OM-3 and 640 shots for the OM-D E-M10 Mark III, giving the OM-D E-M10 Mark III the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-3 launched at $1,699 and OM-D E-M10 Mark III at $649. The OM-D E-M10 Mark III is $1,050 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.