OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100
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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Introduced October 2022
- Replaced the Olympus E-M5 III
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Launched June 2020

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G100, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the G100 (20MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The OM System OM-5 was unveiled 2 years later than the G100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the OM System OM-5 matches up vs the G100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for OM System OM-5 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The full galleries are viewable at OM System OM-5 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick OM System OM-5 over the Panasonic G100
OM System OM-5 | G100 | |||
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Launched | October 2022 | ![]() | June 2020 | More recent by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the OM System OM-5
G100 | OM System OM-5 | |||
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Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+800k dot) |
Common features in the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G100
OM System OM-5 | G100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The OM System OM-5 features outside measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic G100 has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Analyze the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the OM System OM-5 compared to the G100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the OM System OM-5 and G100 is 80 and 81 respectively.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the OM System OM-5 and G100.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern OM System OM-5 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Screen and ViewFinder


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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
OM System OM-5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | OM System OM-5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2022-10-26 | 2020-06-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 64 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 119 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.00" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 414g (0.91 pounds) | 352g (0.78 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 310 images | 270 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,200 | $698 |