90
Rod Lawton
TechRadar
“this is still a smart, compact and very powerful camera for adventure and travel fans everywhere, with brilliant stabilization, strong weatherproofing and a great lens line‑up.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Lightweight and easy to carry
- 5‑axis IBIS sensor
- IP53 dust and splash protection
- Ample buffer for long bursts
- Handheld 50 MP multi‑shot and Live ND modes
- Eco‑friendly packaging
Points of Contention
- Autofocus system not as smart as competitors
- 6 fps continuous focus anemic for action
- 4K/30 footage limited to 8‑bit color
- No headphone jack
- Outdated micro‑USB connection
- Refresh of E‑M5 Mark III
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics76
RTINGS.com
RTINGS
“Despite a new moniker and an updated processor, however, it feels very much like a reskinned Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III, with a near-identical design and largely unchanged feature set.”
60
Jim Fisher
PCMag
“The OM System OM-5 adds some useful computational features to the outgoing Olympus E-M5 Mark III, but it doesn't offer any upgrades to the body that would compel upgrading and doesn't quite justify its price.”
