OM System OM-5 vs Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90 — Which Is Better?
Side by side47 specifications |
Olympus · Mirrorless · 20 MP · Micro Four Thirds · 4K video
OM System OM-5
70
WINNER
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Panasonic · Mirrorless · 20 MP · Micro Four Thirds · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe OM System OM-5 and the Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90 are both mirrorless cameras on the Micro Four Thirds format, so either body accepts the same native Micro 4/3 lens catalog. The OM-5 was announced in October 2022, three years after the G95. It is the lighter, slimmer body for travel, weighing 414 g against 536 g and 50 mm deep against 77 mm, so it packs flatter into a small bag. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2022 | 2019 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
October 26, 2022 | April 5, 2019 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 125 x 85 x 50 mm | 130 x 94 x 77 mm |
| Camera weight | 414 g | 536 g |
| Optics | 68/100 | 62/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe OM-5 is the stronger choice for fast action. Its 30 fps maximum burst, against 9 fps on the G95, helps you catch a bird taking off or a runner mid-stride. Its 121 autofocus points against 49 give you far more selectable focus positions. A 1/8000 second top shutter speed, against 1/4000, lets you keep wide apertures open in bright light with less need for a neutral density filter. Resolution is a similarity rather than a difference. Both deliver 20 MP files, so you get the same pixel count to crop and print from either body. In-body stabilisation appears on both, and both electronic viewfinders show 2,360,000 dots. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
20 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
13 x 17.4 | 17.3 x 13 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
30 fps045 | 9 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Micro 4/3 | Micro 4/3 |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
TruePic IX | Venus Engine |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 | 4:3 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
20030200 | 20030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
6430200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
6044080 | 6044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
800080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
1210300 | 490300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | 236000009900000 |
| Video | 91/100 | 91/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow motion is available from either body, because both reach a 120 fps maximum frame rate. Both also record up to 4K and include a built-in timelapse mode. The recording formats are the main editing difference. The OM-5 records MPEG-4, MOV and H.264, while the G95 records MPEG-4 and AVCHD, so match the camera to your editing setup. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
4096 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
120 fps | 120 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Features | 83/100 | 83/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe G95 has a built-in flash while the OM-5 does not, which gives you a quick source of fill light for outdoor portraits without packing a separate unit. The OM-5's rear screen is less detailed at 1,040,000 dots versus 1,240,000 on the G95, though both are 3 inch touchscreens that flip out for waist-level and selfie framing. Weather sealing appears on both bodies, so rain protection is not a reason to choose between them for landscape shooting. Both have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless transfer and remote control, and neither has built-in GPS, so location tagging needs a paired phone on either camera. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
No |  Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 12400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 35/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryStorage is shared: each camera takes a single SD card, SDHC or SDXC, with UHS-II support, so fast cards for burst shooting and 4K clips work in either. Battery life gives the OM-5 a modest edge at 310 shots per charge against 290 on the G95, and both support USB charging, which lets you top up from a power bank while travelling. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | BLS-50 | DMW-BLC12E |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
310 shots1505000 | 290 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The OM-5 is the better buy for photographers who shoot movement. Its 30 fps maximum burst, 121 autofocus points and 1/8000 second shutter make it the clear choice for wildlife, sports and candid children. Its expanded ISO 64 setting also sits below the G95's expanded ISO 100, useful for long daylight exposures.
Choose the G95 if its built-in flash matters for quick fill light outdoors, or if you prefer AVCHD for an older editing setup. For landscapes and street work, the shared 20 MP files, weather sealing and in-body stabilisation serve either body, and the OM-5 is 122 g lighter.