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
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
OM-5 Mark II is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
OM-5 Mark II
Wins
Tough TG-7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 1,600)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (121 vs 25)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 14 frames)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (240 Mbps vs 102 Mbps)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 59.94 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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OM-5 Mark II
125 × 85 × 50 mm
414 g (0.91 lb / 14.60 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-5 Mark II is 11mm wider, 19mm taller, and 17mm thicker than Tough TG-7.
OM-5 Mark II is 165 g heavier than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 50mm OM-5 Mark II · 33mm Tough TG-7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
OM-5 Mark II
125 × 85 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-5 Mark II
125 × 50 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
OM-5 Mark II
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-5 Mark II
✓ 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-5 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.264, MPEG-4 AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 125.3, 85.2, 49.7
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 1,600 — higher is better
AF points / zones
121 vs 25 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
240 Mbps vs 102 Mbps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Codecs
Adds MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Weight
249 g vs 414 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
340 shots vs 310 shots — higher 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-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
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, OM-5 Mark II or Tough TG-7?
OM-5 Mark II scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Tough TG-7 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7?
OM-5 Mark II is 20.4 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the OM-5 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
OM-5 Mark II has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-5 Mark II or the Tough TG-7?
OM-5 Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7?
OM-5 Mark II weighs 414 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 165 g lighter.
Do the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
OM-5 Mark II: 4K up to 30p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
OM-5 Mark II: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the OM-5 Mark II and 340 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the Tough TG-7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-5 Mark II launched at $1,299 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $750 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System press materials.