OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5
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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Revealed October 2022
- Old Model is Olympus E-M5 III
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Announced August 2020
- Later Model is Panasonic S5 II

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the OM System OM-5 versus Panasonic S5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the S5 (24MP) is relatively close but the OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) and S5 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The OM System OM-5 was introduced 2 years later than the S5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the OM System OM-5 matches up versus the S5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for OM System OM-5 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are provided at OM System OM-5 Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick OM System OM-5 over the Panasonic S5
OM System OM-5 | S5 | |||
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Announced | October 2022 | ![]() | August 2020 | Fresher by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the OM System OM-5
S5 | OM System OM-5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic S5
OM System OM-5 | S5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3.0" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The OM System OM-5 features physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).
Look at the OM System OM-5 versus Panasonic S5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the OM System OM-5 versus the S5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the OM System OM-5 and S5 is 80 and 60 respectively.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the OM System OM-5 and S5.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The OM System OM-5 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic S5 will result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher OM System OM-5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
OM System OM-5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | OM System OM-5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2022-10-26 | 2020-08-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum 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 | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Available lenses | 119 | 31 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.00" | 3.0" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,840 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 414g (0.91 lbs) | 714g (1.57 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
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 images | 440 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,200 | $1,999 |