OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(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
(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

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.

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.

OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for OM System OM-1 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The whole galleries are provided at OM System OM-1 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.
Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Sony A7R III
OM System OM-1 | A7R III | |||
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Launched | February 2022 | ![]() | October 2017 | Fresher by 53 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1440k | Crisper 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 |
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Common features in the OM System OM-1 and Sony A7R III
OM System OM-1 | A7R III | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display size | 3.00" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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.

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OM System OM-1 vs Sony A7R III Specifications
OM System OM-1 | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
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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 |