OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500
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![OM System OM-1 front OM System OM-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/OM-System-OM-1/OM-System-OM-1-front.jpg)
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Boost 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
- Released February 2022
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Superseded the Sony A3000
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the OM System OM-1 (20MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is very comparable but the OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) and a3500 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
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The OM System OM-1 was manufactured 8 years later than the a3500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the OM System OM-1 scores versus the a3500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for OM System OM-1 and Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are viewable at OM System OM-1 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Sony a3500
OM System OM-1 | a3500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2022 | ![]() | March 2014 | Fresher by 97 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1390k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the OM System OM-1
a3500 | OM System OM-1 |
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Common features in the OM System OM-1 and Sony a3500
OM System OM-1 | a3500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The OM System OM-1 features physical dimensions of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has sizing of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the OM System OM-1 compared to the a3500.
![OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 size comparison OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/OM-System-OM-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the OM System OM-1 and a3500 is 65 and 69 respectively.
![OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 top view buttons comparison OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/OM-System-OM-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the OM System OM-1 and a3500.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The OM System OM-1 includes the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The newer OM System OM-1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 sensor size comparison OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/OM-System-OM-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Screen and ViewFinder
![OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/OM-System-OM-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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OM System OM-1 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
OM System OM-1 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | OM System OM-1 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2022-02-15 | 2014-03-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1053 | 25 |
Cross type focus points | 1053 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 118 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC | AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 599 grams (1.32 lb) | 411 grams (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 92 x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 520 images | 470 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLX-1 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | - |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,199 | $398 |