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OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
65
Imaging
63
Features
96
Overall
76
OM System OM-1 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
77
Features
93
Overall
83

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

OM System OM-1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 599g - 135 x 92 x 73mm
  • Revealed February 2022
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Launched October 2017
  • Older Model is Sony A7R II
  • Newer Model is Sony A7R IV
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Overview

Here, we are comparing the OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the OM System OM-1 (20MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) and A7R III (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The OM System OM-1 was introduced 4 years later than the A7R III and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the OM System OM-1 scores versus the A7R III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Sony A7R III

 OM System OM-1 A7R III 
LaunchedFebruary 2022October 2017Fresher by 53 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1620k1440kCrisper display (+180k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the OM System OM-1

 A7R III OM System OM-1 

Common features in the OM System OM-1 and Sony A7R III

 OM System OM-1 A7R III 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display size3.00"3"Same display dimensions
Touch display Easily navigate

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The OM System OM-1 features external dimensions of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Examine the OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the OM System OM-1 versus the A7R III.

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the OM System OM-1 and A7R III is 65 and 63 respectively.

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the OM System OM-1 and A7R III.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The OM System OM-1 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R III will give you extra detail using its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer OM System OM-1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

OM System OM-1 Portrait photography details
Sony A7R III Portrait photography details
77
manual focus
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
comes with face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
86
manual focus
amazing MP (42 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

OM System OM-1 Street photography details
Sony A7R III Street photography details
77
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
weather proof
above average ISO range (25,600)
79
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
offers focus by touch
environment proof
good ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

OM System OM-1 Sports photography features
Sony A7R III Sports photography features
81
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
great battery (520 shots)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
88
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
amazing MP (42 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
great battery power (650 shots)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

OM System OM-1 Travel photography information
Sony A7R III Travel photography information
78
great battery (520 shots)
weather proof
has bluetooth
boasts touch to focus
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
73
great battery power (650 CIPA)
environment proof
supports bluetooth
offers focus by touch
amazing MP (42 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

OM System OM-1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Landscape photography camera
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
no low pass filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
great battery (520 shots)
two card slots
87
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
amazing MP (42MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
good ISO range (32,000)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
great battery power (650 shots)
has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

OM System OM-1 Vlogging details
Sony A7R III Vlogging details
78
selfie friendly display
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect autofocus
good video quality (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes microphone socket
36
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes microphone jack
screen is not selfie friendly
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for OM System OM-1 and Sony A7R III
 OM System OM-1Sony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Sony
Model type OM System OM-1 Sony Alpha A7R III
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2022-02-15 2017-10-25
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
Sensor type Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Full frame
Sensor measurements 17.4 x 13mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 226.2mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 42 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5184 x 3888 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 25600 32000
Maximum boosted ISO 102400 102400
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Lowest boosted ISO 80 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 1053 425
Cross type focus points 1053 -
Lens
Lens mount type Micro Four Thirds Sony E
Available lenses 118 121
Focal length multiplier 2.1 1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen sizing 3.00 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,620k dot 1,440k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot 3,686k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.83x 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 599g (1.32 lb) 657g (1.45 lb)
Physical dimensions 135 x 92 x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 100
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 520 images 650 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BLX-1 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Storage slots 2 2
Launch cost $2,199 $2,800