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OM-System OM-5 Camera Body
Designed to enhance your adventure the OM-5 features a 20 MP Live MOS sensor, improved 5-axis stabilisation and a TruePic IX Image processor. OM System has created a sturdy compact camera that packs a punch. Durable enough to take on any adventure and throw into your bag without a second thought. Forget it’s there until you want it, be amazed every time you capture stunning images and beautiful footage. The OM-5 is available in either a retro silver or a sleek black body colour.
Pair the OM-5 body with a lightweight M.Zuiko Digital lens like the 12-45mm to enjoy outstanding image quality from this highly mobile interchangeable lens camera.
It Fits Perfectly In Your Hand
The body of the OM-5 weighs an incredibly light 366g and measures 125.3mm x 85.2mm x 49.7mm. This compact and lightweight size can be popped into your bag when you are on the go and fits neatly into your hand when needed. You could almost forget you were even carrying it.
Improved Image Stabilisation
Enjoy the new upgraded image stabilisation system, developed to enhance your shooting experience and help you tell your story in smooth crisp detail. Features 6.5 steps of compensation and up to 7.5 steps with compatible Sync-IS lenses, allowing for over 15% better stabilisation than previous models.
A Camera That Can Take Whatever You Throw At It
The entire body of the OM-5 has been weather sealed to an IP53 rating, meaning that the camera is dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof up to -10°C. This camera is ready for whatever adventure you find yourself on. Snap a quick photo on the side of a mountain or capture beautiful video footage of crashing waves.
Supersonic Wave Filter
Designed with a supersonic wave filter that vibrates over 30,000 times per second to remove dust particles from your sensor every time the camera is turned on or off. This allows the camera to maintain the sensor and allows you to take amazing images for years.
Create More With Computational Photography
An intelligent design allows you to discover more of nature and the world around you. Featuring options for High Res shots, Live Composite, Pro Capture, Focus Stacking, Keystone Compensation and Live ND allowing you to enhance your adventure.
Live View Screen
Live composite and keystone compensation have been introduced into the OM-5 to allow for easier live screen control. Enabling you to capture beautifully varied shots even in difficult exposure control situations. The keystone compensation allows you to view effects in the live view screen while using vertical/horizontal simultaneous trapezoidal compensation.
High-Res Shot
Merge multiple images thanks to the high-res shot feature that creates approximately 50-megapixel high-resolution images. This allows you to create images that have an improved resolution as well as minimise noise.
Pro Capture
Never miss a moment with pro Capture, the OM-5 begins recording once the shutter button is pressed halfway, helping to reduce the effect of human reaction times and camera operation lag when capturing video footage. This feature can allow you to capture up to 14 previous frames when shooting with high-speed sequential shooting up to 30 fps.
Built-in ND Filter
An in-built ND16 filter provides you with options to capture long-exposure photos without needing to carry extra accessories. Don’t be distracted from your experience with changing out your filter, simply press a button and keep focused on what’s happening in front of you.
Advanced AF
A 121-point all cross-type on-chip phase detection AF sensor allows for greater freedom over framing and high-precision focusing. The OM-5 has also been designed with AF Target mode, this advanced AF system enables you the freedom over AF areas depending on subject movement and position. Make a selection of any odd number of points from 11 vertical and 11 horizontal and select from three levels of vertical and horizontal AF area movement steps.
Starry Sky AF
Designed with specialised Starry Sky AF, helping to deliver high-precision autofocusing. Proving especially handy during astrophotography.
Capture 4K Stunning Vertical Video
Record stable, hand-held 4K video with no time limits when combined with the dedicated video electronic stabilisation. Create vertical videos straight from your OM-5 and post them straight to your social media channels, videos recorded in vertical orientation are saved as vertical files, with no need for special editing software.
OM-Log Is Supported
Enjoy greater freedom and more advanced colour grading opportunities when recording video footage in OM-Log. Letting you capture highlights and shadows without overexposing or underexposing shots.
Tell Your Story From Anywhere
The OM-5 is compatible with the OM Image Share Smartphone app. This application can allow you to transfer shooting data and perform remote operations via a simple Wi-Fi connection. This also allows location information from your smartphone to be embedded in recorded images. Other features included with the OI. Share Smartphone application are wireless release, voice control operations and tap operations.
Key Features
- 20MP Live MOS Sensor
- TruePic IX Image Processor
- Improved 5-Axis Stabilisation
- Handheld High-Res Shot
- Live ND
- Live Composite
- Focus Stacking
- High-Quality Vertical Video Recording
- IP53 Weather Proofing
- Dustproof, Splashproof
- Freeze Proof to -10°C
- 4K30p Video
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What’s in the box?
- OM - 5 Body Only
- BLS-50 Li-ion Battery
- F-5AC AC Adapter
- Shoulder Strap
- Instruction Manual
- Warranty Card
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FAQ
What’s the difference between the OM-5 and the E-M5 III?
The OM-5 has been designed to improve upon the classic style of the E-M5 III, featuring improved stabilisation, in-built ND filters, improved AF functionality and Wireless remote capabilities. The OM-5 is the natural progression from the E-M5 III.
Does the OM-5 have a built-in microphone?
Yes, the OM-5 has a built-in stereo microphone and a built-in mono speaker. You can also connect the LS-P5 PCM recorder to the OM-5 when you want to capture professional-grade audio.
How long can I record video footage?
The OM-5 doesn’t have a recording time limit, essentially allowing you to keep recording until you press stop, your memory card is full, or the camera battery needs recharging. Record as much as you want for as long as you want.
What accessories can be used to enhance your shooting experience?
The ECG-5 External Grip can be attached to the OM-5 body, this hand grip is equipped with a shutter release and control dial. This offers more control options as well as a better hold for people who are used to a large camera body. The RM-WR1 Wireless Remote Control is compatible with the OM-5, offering both wireless and wired remote control shooting.
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