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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95

Portability
80
Imaging
64
Features
88
Overall
73
OM System OM-5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 front
Portability
67
Imaging
62
Features
88
Overall
72

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Key Specs

OM System OM-5
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • 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
  • Launched October 2022
  • Old Model is Olympus E-M5 III
Panasonic G95
(Full Review)
  • 20.3MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 536g - 130 x 94 x 77mm
  • Announced April 2019
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-G90
  • Old Model is Panasonic G85
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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the G95 (20.3MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The OM System OM-5 was revealed 3 years after the G95 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the OM System OM-5 grades vs the G95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick OM System OM-5 over the Panasonic G95

 OM System OM-5 G95 
AnnouncedOctober 2022April 2019More modern by 44 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic G95 over the OM System OM-5

 G95 OM System OM-5 
Screen resolution1240k1040kSharper screen (+200k dot)

Common features in the OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G95

 OM System OM-5 G95 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen dimensions3.00"3"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The OM System OM-5 provides external dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic G95 has proportions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") having a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

Compare the OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the OM System OM-5 compared to the G95.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the OM System OM-5 and G95 is 80 and 67 respectively.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 top view buttons comparison

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the OM System OM-5 and G95.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic G95 to render more detail because of its extra 0.3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher OM System OM-5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 sensor size comparison

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Screen and ViewFinder

OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

OM System OM-5 Portrait photography details
Panasonic G95 Portrait photography details
78
you can focus manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
has face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
77
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (20.3 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
comes with face detection focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with OM System OM-5
Street photography with Panasonic G95
84
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
boasts focus via touch
environment proofing
very good ISO range (25,600)
78
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
includes touch focus
environment proof
great high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

OM System OM-5 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic G95 as a Sports photography camera
76
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
bad battery life (310 shots)
68
silent mode (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (20.3MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
bad battery pack (290 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

OM System OM-5 Travel photography factors
Panasonic G95 Travel photography factors
78
environment proofing
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
good resolution (20 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
bad battery life (310 CIPA)
73
environment proof
supports bluetooth
includes touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (20.3MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
bad battery pack (290 shots)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with OM System OM-5
Landscape photography with Panasonic G95
78
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a good size (3.00 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
bad battery life (310 CIPA)
76
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (20.3MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
does not have anti-alias filter
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
environment proof
bad battery pack (290 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

OM System OM-5 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic G95 as a Vlogging camera
84
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect autofocus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic port
79
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has external microphone support
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OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic G95 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for OM System OM-5 and Panasonic G95
 OM System OM-5Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95
General Information
Company Olympus Panasonic
Model OM System OM-5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-G90
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2022-10-26 2019-04-05
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 17.4 x 13mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 226.2mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 20.3 megapixels
Anti aliasing 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
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO 64 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 121 49
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 119 107
Focal length multiplier 2.1 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen size 3.00" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 1,240k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x 0.74x
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 6.40 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes 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
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
Max video resolution 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 414 gr (0.91 pounds) 536 gr (1.18 pounds)
Physical dimensions 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") 130 x 94 x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos 290 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BLS-50 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $1,200 $998