OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H
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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Revealed October 2022
- Superseded the Olympus E-M5 III
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Launched August 2019

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the OM System OM-5 versus Panasonic S1H, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the S1H (24MP) is pretty similar but the OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) and S1H (Full frame) feature different sensor size.

The OM System OM-5 was announced 3 years later than the S1H and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the OM System OM-5 matches up vs the S1H with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for OM System OM-5 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The whole galleries are provided at OM System OM-5 Gallery & Panasonic S1H Gallery.
Reasons to pick OM System OM-5 over the Panasonic S1H
OM System OM-5 | S1H | |||
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Launched | October 2022 | ![]() | August 2019 | More recent by 39 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the OM System OM-5
S1H | OM System OM-5 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+1290k dot) |
Common features in the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic S1H
OM System OM-5 | S1H | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The OM System OM-5 features exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic S1H has proportions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).
Check out the OM System OM-5 versus Panasonic S1H in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the OM System OM-5 and the S1H.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the OM System OM-5 and S1H is 80 and 52 respectively.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the OM System OM-5 and S1H.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The OM System OM-5 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic S1H will deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent OM System OM-5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications
OM System OM-5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | OM System OM-5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2022-10-26 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 64 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 119 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.00 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 2,330k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 5952x3988 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 414 gr (0.91 pounds) | 1052 gr (2.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 pictures | 400 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Launch price | $1,200 | $3,998 |