OM System
OM-D E-M5 Mark II
Compact weather-sealed MFT classic with high-res pixel shift mode.
$1,099
Launch priceReleased Feb 2015
OM System
OM-D E-M5 Mark III
Compact pro MFT with IBIS and weather sealing.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Oct 2019
OM-D E-M5 Mark III is 4.7 years newer.
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Wins
OM-D E-M5 Mark II
Wins
OM-D E-M5 Mark III
17 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BOM-D E-M5 Mark III has higher Resolution (20.4 MP vs 16 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareOM-D E-M5 Mark II
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
OM-D E-M5 Mark III
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III share virtually identical body dimensions.
OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm OM-D E-M5 Mark II · 72mm OM-D E-M5 Mark III
Sensor size, to scale
OM-D E-M5 Mark II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
OM-D E-M5 Mark III
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
OM-D E-M5 Mark II
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
OM-D E-M5 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-D E-M5 Mark II
No major advantages on measured specs.
Reasons to choose
OM-D E-M5 Mark III
Resolution
20.4 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
OM-D E-M5 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Compact
- ✓Pixel shift hi-res
Cons
- –16MP base
- –Older AF
- –MFT limits
OM-D E-M5 Mark III
Pros
- ✓Compact pro
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –Older
- –MFT
- –Superseded
Decided which one is right for you?
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OM System OM-D E-M5 Mark II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, OM-D E-M5 Mark II or OM-D E-M5 Mark III?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 8.5/10 for OM-D E-M5 Mark III — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II is 16 MP and OM-D E-M5 Mark III is 20.4 MP, so the OM-D E-M5 Mark III captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III have in-body image stabilization?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while OM-D E-M5 Mark III has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the OM-D E-M5 Mark II or the OM-D E-M5 Mark III?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II reaches 15 fps electronic. OM-D E-M5 Mark III reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III record 4K video?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. OM-D E-M5 Mark III: 4K up to 60p.
Are the OM-D E-M5 Mark II and OM-D E-M5 Mark III weather sealed?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II: Yes. OM-D E-M5 Mark III: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the OM-D E-M5 Mark II and 640 shots for the OM-D E-M5 Mark III, giving the OM-D E-M5 Mark III the edge.
How much does each cost?
OM-D E-M5 Mark II launched at $1,099 and OM-D E-M5 Mark III at $1,199. The OM-D E-M5 Mark II is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.