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Here’s all about the latest Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

Here’s all about the latest Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III is quite similar to the $1,200 OM-5, which is the first camera from OM System that doesn’t have the Olympus name. While it still uses the same sensor and video specifications, it now has a new weatherproof casing and an updated processor that offers better autofocus and other functions.

The OM-5 appears almost identical to the previous model except for the new body. That’s not always a bad thing, though, because the E-M5 III offers decent handling and a full array of mechanical controls in a rather light body. A stronger grip, for example, would have been appreciated given that the item is three years old. Its IP53 dustproof and splashproof protection from OM System allows you to utilise it in more challenging environments. Additionally, it features the same 2.36 million-dot electronic viewfinder, 121-point hybrid phase and contrast-detect AF system, and 20.1-megapixel Micro Four Thirds sensor. The single card slot, battery, and rear 1.05 million dot fully articulating display are all identical to the previous design. Compared to the competition, the shooting rates are a little underwhelming at 6 fps/10 fps in mechanical/electrical shutter modes with AF engaged.

However, the improved IBIS unit and upgraded TruePic IX processor give the OM-5 updated image processing, increasing image stabilisation to 7.5 stops from the previous 6.5 stops. A 50-megapixel handheld high-resolution picture option, live ND mode, and “Starry Sky” AF were also launched by OM System. Additionally, you get better face and eye detection for farther away objects, but it lacks the OM-1’s advanced AI subject detection capabilities.

It continues to shoot video in 4K 30p as before, but it can also handle 1080p super-slow-mo at 120 frames per second. Additionally, the OM-Log400 Profile is included for greater dynamic range. You can now shoot video for however long your card or battery will allow thanks to OM System’s removal of the 30-minute recording restriction. It’s a fairly modest change for a three-year-old camera overall, and it faces fierce competition from cameras like the $960 Canon EOS R10, which has a larger sensor, faster shooting speeds, and better video capabilities. It will be available in November for $1,200 (body only) or $1,600 with the 12-45mm F4 PRO lens if you have your heart set on a mid-range Micro Four Thirds camera.

Here’s all about the latest Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

Here’s all about the latest Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III is quite similar to the $1,200 OM-5, which is the first camera from OM System that doesn’t have the Olympus name. While it still uses the same sensor and video specifications, it now has a new weatherproof casing and an updated processor that offers better autofocus and other functions.

The OM-5 appears almost identical to the previous model except for the new body. That’s not always a bad thing, though, because the E-M5 III offers decent handling and a full array of mechanical controls in a rather light body. A stronger grip, for example, would have been appreciated given that the item is three years old. Its IP53 dustproof and splashproof protection from OM System allows you to utilise it in more challenging environments. Additionally, it features the same 2.36 million-dot electronic viewfinder, 121-point hybrid phase and contrast-detect AF system, and 20.1-megapixel Micro Four Thirds sensor. The single card slot, battery, and rear 1.05 million dot fully articulating display are all identical to the previous design. Compared to the competition, the shooting rates are a little underwhelming at 6 fps/10 fps in mechanical/electrical shutter modes with AF engaged.

However, the improved IBIS unit and upgraded TruePic IX processor give the OM-5 updated image processing, increasing image stabilisation to 7.5 stops from the previous 6.5 stops. A 50-megapixel handheld high-resolution picture option, live ND mode, and “Starry Sky” AF were also launched by OM System. Additionally, you get better face and eye detection for farther away objects, but it lacks the OM-1’s advanced AI subject detection capabilities.

It continues to shoot video in 4K 30p as before, but it can also handle 1080p super-slow-mo at 120 frames per second. Additionally, the OM-Log400 Profile is included for greater dynamic range. You can now shoot video for however long your card or battery will allow thanks to OM System’s removal of the 30-minute recording restriction. It’s a fairly modest change for a three-year-old camera overall, and it faces fierce competition from cameras like the $960 Canon EOS R10, which has a larger sensor, faster shooting speeds, and better video capabilities. It will be available in November for $1,200 (body only) or $1,600 with the 12-45mm F4 PRO lens if you have your heart set on a mid-range Micro Four Thirds camera.