OM System OM-5

OM System OM-5
	OM System OM-5; + M.Zuiko digital ED 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II
Overview
Maker	OM Digital Solutions
Type	mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera
Released	18 November 2022
Intro price	JPY 165,000
Lens
Lens mount	Micro Four Thirds
Sensor/medium
Sensor	5184 x 3888 (20.37 Megapixel)
Sensor type	Live MOS
Sensor size	17.3 x 13mm (Four Thirds type)
Sensor maker	Sony
Film speed	64-6400; (expandable 25600)
Recording medium	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Focusing
Focus	High-speed Imager AF
Focus areas	121 point
Flash
Flash	none
Shutter
Frame rate	HD 60p, FHD 60p, 4K 30p, C4K 24p
Shutter speeds	1/8000s-60s
Continuous shooting	10fps(mechanical); 10/30fps(electronic)
Viewfinder
Electronic viewfinder	built-in 2.36 MP
Viewfinder magnification	1.23x - 1.37x
Frame coverage	100%
Image processing
Image processor	TruePic IX
General
LCD screen	3" 1.04M dots Variangle Touchscreen
Battery	BLS-50(USB recheargeable)
AV port(s)	USB2.0 Type-B, HDMI Type-D
Data port(s)	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Wi-fi, Bluetooth Low Energy
Body features	In-Body Image Stabillization, Weather Sealed
Dimensions	125.3×85.2×49.7 mm (4.93×3.35×1.96 in)
Weight	414 g (14.6 oz) (with battery, memory card)
Made in	Vietnam
Chronology
Predecessor	Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III
Successor	OM-5 Mark II

The OM System OM-5 is a mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera with a Micro Four Thirds mount, announced by OM Digital Solutions on 26 October 2022 and released in November.^[1]^[2] This was the first camera to be branded "OM SYSTEM" for the EVF, replacing the old "OLYMPUS" branding.^[1] In keeping with the "camera you can take with you" philosophy, the OM-5's functions such as 5-axis image stabilisation, Computational Photo, Hi-Res Shot, dustproof, water-proof and low temperature resistance were inherited, while a compact and lightweight body was pursued.^[1]

Features

20 Megapixel Four Thirds sensor
121-point hybrid autofocus (AF) system
Built-in computational photography: high resolution mode (50 MP hand-held and 80 MP tripod-mounted), focus-stacking, HDR, live neutral density (ND) and multiple exposures.
10 frame per second burst shooting with continuous autofocus (AF-C) option, 30 fps with electronic shutter
Cinema (DCI) and UHD 4K video with no time limitation
Up to 7.5 EV of image stabilization (CIPA-rating) with supported lenses
2.36M-dot OLED viewfinder with 60 fps refresh rate
Direct control buttons and articulating touchscreen
IP53-rated weather-sealed body
In-camera USB charging (micro-USB)
1/8000 sec mechanical shutter speed
UVC/UAC USB-standard video for use as webcam
Pro Capture funcationality^[3]

The OM-5 originally retailed for a MSRP of $1,199.99 (body only) or $1,599.99 as a kit with the 12-45mm F4 PRO lens. The enthusiast photography web site Digital Photography Review awarded the OM-5 the 'Silver Award'. Reviews cited the light weight, weather sealing and range of lenses that make it a good all-purpose camera. The in-camera computational photography modes give features that normally require post-processing in external software. A few deficiencies such as lack of animal detection auto-focus, older micro USB port and older sensor were noted.^[4]^[5]

OM-5 Mark II

In June 2025, OM System announced the Mark II version of the OM-5. The MSRP at the release was $1,199.99 (body only). Two kits bundles were available: with the 12-45mm F4 PRO lens for $1,599.99; with the M.Zuiko 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II lens for $1,499.99. The body is available in black, silver and sand beige variants.^[6]

Comparison with the OM-5

The OM-5 II uses the same 20MP sensor and processor as its predecessor. The body dimensions and weight are identical. There are a number of changes, mostly in software, to enhance usability. With light body weight of 414 g (14.6 oz) and IP53 weather sealing, the camera is aimed at travel photographers. Image quality is average compared to similar camera.^[7]^[8]

Changes include:

Improved, colour-coded menus used in the high-end OM-1 and OM-3, with enhanced navigation. The OK button in the 4-way dial provides quick access to many shooting settings.
The exposure compensation button has been replaced by a CP (computational photography) button for quick access to built-in computational photography features. These are the same as in the OM-5.
Improved human eye detection in auto-focus.
Night-vision mode for low-light shooting and Handheld Assist to indicate camera steadiness.
Burst shooting at 10 frames/sec with continuous auto-focus; the predecessor locked focus at the start of the burst.
Two new colour modes for video shooting.
The USB port uses USB-C rather than the older micro USB.
The hand grip on the right front is larger for easier handling.