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 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
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
OM-5 Mark II
Wins
Tough TG-7 Industry
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 25)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AOM-5 Mark II has higher Resolution (20.4 MP vs 12 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareOM-5 Mark II
125 × 85 × 50 mm
414 g (0.91 lb / 14.60 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-5 Mark II is 11mm wider, 19mm taller, and 17mm thicker than Tough TG-7 Industry.
OM-5 Mark II is 165 g heavier than Tough TG-7 Industry.
Depth (front-to-back): 50mm OM-5 Mark II · 33mm Tough TG-7 Industry
Sensor size, to scale
OM-5 Mark II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-5 Mark II
✓ 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-5 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 125.3, 85.2, 49.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 25 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only OM-5 Mark II supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only OM-5 Mark II 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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MOV
Weight
249 g vs 414 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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 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-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 Industry at major authorized retailers.
OM System OM-5 Mark II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, OM-5 Mark II or Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-5 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for Tough TG-7 Industry — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-5 Mark II is 20.4 MP and Tough TG-7 Industry 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 Industry have in-body image stabilization?
OM-5 Mark II has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Tough TG-7 Industry does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-5 Mark II or the Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-5 Mark II reaches 15 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 Industry reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 Industry?
OM-5 Mark II weighs 414 g and Tough TG-7 Industry weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 Industry is 165 g lighter.
Do the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 Industry record 4K video?
OM-5 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-7 Industry: 4K up to 30p.
Are the OM-5 Mark II and Tough TG-7 Industry weather sealed?
OM-5 Mark II: Yes. Tough TG-7 Industry: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the OM-5 Mark II and 640 shots for the Tough TG-7 Industry, giving the Tough TG-7 Industry the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-5 Mark II launched at $1,299 and Tough TG-7 Industry at $1,699. 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.