OM System
OM-5
Compact weather-sealed MFT for travel and outdoor photography.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
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-5 Mark II is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
OM-5
Wins
OM-5 Mark II
11 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOM-5 Mark II has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- BOM-5 Mark II has higher EVF magnification (1.48 × vs 0.78 ×)
- AOM-5 has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 6 fps)
- BOM-5 Mark II has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 6.5 stops)
- BOM-5 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (240 Mbps vs 237 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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OM-5
125 × 85 × 50 mm
414 g (0.91 lb / 14.60 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-5 and OM-5 Mark II share virtually identical body dimensions.
OM-5 and OM-5 Mark II weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 50mm OM-5 · 50mm OM-5 Mark II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
OM-5
125 × 85 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
OM-5 Mark II
125 × 85 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
OM-5
125 × 50 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
OM-5 Mark II
125 × 50 mm
Sensor size, to scale
OM-5
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
OM-5 Mark II
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-5
✓ 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-5
AF low-light limit
-8 EV vs -7 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Animals…
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…
1080p max frame rate
120 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only OM-5 Mark II supports it
EVF magnification
1.48 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 6.5 stops — higher is better
Max video bit rate
240 Mbps vs 237 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
30 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 20.4 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 200
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 121
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
OM-5
Pros
- ✓Compact
- ✓IP53 sealing
- ✓Computational features
Cons
- –No grip extension
- –MFT sensor
- –Single slot
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?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, OM-5 or OM-5 Mark II?
OM-5 Mark II scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for OM-5 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-5 and OM-5 Mark II?
Both cameras share the same 20.4 MP resolution.
Do the OM-5 and OM-5 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
OM-5 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-5 or the OM-5 Mark II?
OM-5 reaches 30 fps electronic. OM-5 Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-5 and OM-5 Mark II?
Both bodies weigh roughly 414 g.
Do the OM-5 and OM-5 Mark II record 4K video?
OM-5: 4K up to 29.97p. OM-5 Mark II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the OM-5 and OM-5 Mark II weather sealed?
OM-5: Yes. OM-5 Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the OM-5 and 310 shots for the OM-5 Mark II, giving the OM-5 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-5 launched at $1,199 and OM-5 Mark II at $1,299. The OM-5 is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System press materials.