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OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II

Portability
65 Imaging
63 Features
96 Overall
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OM System OM-1 front
 
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II front
Portability
68 Imaging
59 Features
93 Overall
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OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Key Specs

OM System OM-1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 599g - 135 x 92 x 73mm
  • Launched February 2022
Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 574g - 134 x 91 x 67mm
  • Introduced September 2016
  • Superseded the Olympus E-M1
  • Later Model is Olympus E-M1 III
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OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Overview

Following is a detailed comparison of the OM System OM-1 versus Olympus E-M1 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the OM System OM-1 (20MP) and the E-M1 II (20MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The OM System OM-1 was unveiled 5 years after the E-M1 II which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the OM System OM-1 grades against the E-M1 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Olympus E-M1 II

		

		

			
 OM System OM-1 E-M1 II 
IntroducedFebruary 2022September 2016More modern by 66 months
Screen resolution1620k1037kCrisper screen (+583k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 II over the OM System OM-1

		

		

			
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Common features in the OM System OM-1 and Olympus E-M1 II

		

		

			
 OM System OM-1 E-M1 II 
Manual focus  More accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen sizing3.00"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen  Both good for selfies
Touch friendly screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The OM System OM-1 has got physical measurements of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1 II has specifications of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs).
Compare the OM System OM-1 versus Olympus E-M1 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the OM System OM-1 vs the E-M1 II.
OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II size comparison
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the OM System OM-1 and E-M1 II is 65 and 68 respectively.
OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the OM System OM-1 and E-M1 II.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the release date  of the products into consideration. The younger OM System OM-1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
	
			OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 OM System OM-1 as a Portrait photography camera
 Olympus E-M1 II as a Portrait photography camera
77
 you can focus manually
 good megapixels (20 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports face detect autofocus
 delivers RAW files
75
 you can focus manually
 MP count good (20 megapixels)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports face detection focus
 supports RAW files
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Street Comparison
OM System OM-1 Street photography features
Olympus E-M1 II Street photography features
77
 screen articulates
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
 delivers RAW files
 comes with focus via touch
 weather proof
 above average high ISO (25,600)
78
 fully articulated screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW files
 comes with touch focus
 weather proof
 lighter than competitors (574 grams)
 very good high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison
OM System OM-1 Sports photography features
Olympus E-M1 II Sports photography features
81
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
 quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good megapixels (20MP)
 nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports tracking focus
 weather proof
 good battery life (520 shots)
 comes with phase detect autofocus
74
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
 fast shooting (60.0 frames per second)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count good (20 megapixels)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports tracking autofocus
 weather proof
 comes with phase detect auto focus
 low battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison
OM System OM-1 Travel photography advice
Olympus E-M1 II Travel photography advice
78
 good battery life (520 CIPA)
 weather proof
 connects via bluetooth
 comes with focus via touch
 good megapixels (20 megapixels)
 screen is selfie friendly
72
 lighter than competitors (574g)
 weather proof
 comes with touch focus
 MP count good (20MP)
 selfie friendly display
 low battery pack (350 shots)
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Landscape Comparison
OM System OM-1 Landscape photography info
Olympus E-M1 II Landscape photography info
81
 you can focus manually
 interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 screen is a good size (3.00")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good megapixels (20 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
 no low pass filter
 above average high ISO (25,600)
 delivers RAW files
 weather proof
 good battery life (520 CIPA)
 two card slots
76
 you can focus manually
 interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 pretty good screen size (3 inch)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count good (20 megapixels)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 doesnt have anti-alias filter
 very good high ISO (25,600)
 supports RAW files
 weather proof
 has double storage slots
 low battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison
 OM System OM-1 as a Vlogging camera
 Olympus E-M1 II as a Vlogging camera
78
 screen is selfie friendly
 touch screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 supports face detect autofocus
 video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
 does have mic socket
79
 selfie friendly display
 touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 supports face detection focus
 high video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
 does have external microphone port
 lighter than competitors (574g)
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OM System OM-1 vs Olympus E-M1 II Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for OM System OM-1 and Olympus E-M1 II
 OM System OM-1Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II
General Information
Company Olympus Olympus
Model OM System OM-1 Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2022-02-15 2016-09-19
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic VIII
Sensor type Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 17.4 x 13mm 17.4 x 13mm
Sensor area 226.2mm² 226.2mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3
Max resolution 5184 x 3888 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 25600 25600
Max enhanced ISO 102400 -
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW pictures    
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 64
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect focus    
Contract detect focus    
Phase detect focus    
Number of focus points 1053 121
Cross focus points 1053 -
Lens
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 118 107
Crop factor 2.1 2.1
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display size 3.00 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,620k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.83x 0.74x
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/32000s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0fps 60.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range no built-in flash 9.10 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Max flash sync 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM, 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC MOV, H.264
Microphone jack    
Headphone jack    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 599 gr (1.32 lbs) 574 gr (1.27 lbs)
Dimensions 135 x 92 x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") 134 x 91 x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 80
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.8
DXO Low light score not tested 1312
Other
Battery life 520 photographs 350 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BLX-1 BLH-1
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting    
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots
Storage slots Two Two
Pricing at release $2,199 $1,700