Recently, camera manufacturers have criminally neglected entry-level cameras. As a result, hardly any new models have come onto the market that are available from specialist retailers for less than 1000 euros - let alone for less than 500 euros. In the days of DSLRs, the choice in this price range was much greater...
Product details
The OM-5 offers all the advantages of the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) standard: a compact, lightweight design for greater photographic freedom, as well as top-notch image quality and user-friendliness.
Continuous shooting mode | 30 FPS |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Aperture | f/22 - 4 |
Image sensor format | 4/3 |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Item number | 22811174 |
Manufacturer | OM System |
Category | Cameras |
Manufacturer no. | V210021BE000 |
Release date | 22.11.2022 |
May include power adapter | No |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Material group | Metal, Plastic |
Scene mode | Landscape, Night, Panorama, Portrait, Seashore, Self-portrait, Sports |
Scope of application | Professional use, Sports, Travel photography |
Country code | CH, EU |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe, TTL |
White balance | Automatic, Manual |
Exposure type | Auto |
Exposure compensation | ± 5EV in 1/2 steps, ± 5EV in 1/3 steps |
Bayonet lens mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 12 s, 2 s |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash Off |
Image sensor resolution | 20.40 Mpx |
Image resolution | 10368 x 7776 pixels |
Image sensor type | Live MOS sensor |
Image sensor format | 4/3 |
Image sensor size | 17.3 x 13 mm |
Supported page ratios | 16:9, 3:2, 4:3 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 80 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 25600 |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/4 |
Aperture | f/22 - 4 |
Focal length | 14 - 150 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 14 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 150 mm |
Optical zoom | 14 x |
Lens equipment | Zoom function |
Filter thread | 58 mm |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Resolution | 1040000 Pixels |
Display functions | Tilt and swivel, Touch screen |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 2360000 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Autofocus type | Auto, Continuous, Single image |
Autofocus areas | 121 x |
Shutter speed | 60 - 1/8000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 60 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/8000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 30 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 4096 x 2160 pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | UHD 4K |
Max. refresh rate | 60 fps |
Max. frame rate | 4K (30fps), Full HD (30fps), HD (60fps) |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | mov |
Connections | 2.5mm jack, 3.5mm microphone, Micro HDMI (Type D), Micro USB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Power capacity | 8.71 Wh |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Width | 125.30 mm |
Length | 49.70 mm |
Height | 85.20 mm |
Weight | 414 g |
Length | 28.60 cm |
Width | 19.60 cm |
Height | 13.10 cm |
Weight | 1.52 kg |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 6.RICOH1.6 %
- 8.Pentax1.7 %
- 9.OM System1.9 %
- 10.Kodak2.4 %
- 10.Rollei2.4 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 7.RICOH9 days
- 7.Sony9 days
- 9.OM System10 days
- 9.Pentax10 days
- 11.Fujifilm13 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 1.Goxtreme1.4 %
- 2.OM System2.3 %
- 3.Kodak3.1 %
- 4.Rollei3.4 %
- 5.Olympus3.7 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus
Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good88/100
The first camera from the young brand that also has "OM System" on it instead of Olympus is the OM-5. Externally, this is the biggest change compared to its predecessor, the E-M5 Mark III, but the real progress is on the inside with better sealing, a more efficient image stabiliser and a processor that speeds up many functions or even makes them possible in the first place...
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The M in MFT could also stand for mobility: The lightness and compactness of the OM-5 are convincing arguments. Of course, there are compromises to be accepted in terms of image quality at higher ISO values, especially in comparison with 35mm systems. However, 20 megapixels are completely sufficient for travelling and much more...
According to our evaluation scheme, the Lumix G9ll wins the comparison test. In terms of image quality, it benefits from the higher sensor resolution. However, many photographers are likely to feel more attracted to the functions of the Olympus or OM System. The new OM-1 Mark II, for example, has Live ND and Live GND functions that no other camera manufacturer offers...
Very good90/100
The OM-5 is the first camera from the young brand to be labelled "OM System" instead of Olympus. Externally, this is already the biggest change compared to its predecessor, the E-M5 Mark III, but the real progress is on the inside with better sealing, a more efficient image stabiliser and a processor that speeds up many functions or even makes them possible in the first place...
- High image quality
- Small and light
- Weatherproof housing
- 4K video does not utilise the entire sensor
In the end, the more versatile camera wins: the Fujifilm X-S20 impresses in photography and filming with high quality, high speed and sophisticated subject recognition by the autofocus. The OM System OM-5 is somewhat weaker when filming, but is at its best when taking photos. Its strengths are a particularly good image stabiliser and a small but very robust body - just right for taking photos in bad weather.
This test report belongs to a different type: OM-5 (20.40 Mpx, 4/3)