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OM System OM-1 Mark II

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KEY FACTS
BrandOM System
Announcement dateJan 2024
Released2024
Camera typeMirrorless
What We Like
+Class-leading 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization with updated algorithms
+Advanced AI subject detection and tracking for wildlife, birds, and humans
+Ultra-fast stacked sensor enables 120fps RAW bursts with 213-frame buffer
+Compact and lightweight Micro Four Thirds system with industry-leading weather sealing (IP53)
+Advanced computational photography tools including Live GND, Live ND, and 50MP handheld high-res mode
+High-resolution 5.76M-dot OLED viewfinder with 120Hz refresh rate for smooth subject tracking
Worth Knowing
−20.4MP sensor resolution may be limiting for photographers requiring very large prints
−Complex menu system requires significant learning time to access full feature set
−Smaller sensor than full-frame alternatives results in shallower depth-of-field control
−Autofocus occasionally misses fast-moving subjects despite advanced tracking capabilities

General

Brand
OM System
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Jan 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Camera type
Mirrorless
Read our notes on general
The OM System OM-1 Mark II is a high-speed Micro Four Thirds camera based around a 20MP Stacked CMOS sensor. As the name implies, it's an updated version of the flagship OM-1, with a series of hardware and firmware improvements. The OM-1 Mark II boasts an impressive 8.5 EV stops of stabilisation, taking it 1.5 stops further than the already impressive OM-1. It also features Sync-IS up to 8.5 stops. The OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II is purpose-built for bird photography, featuring intelligent AI Detection AF that locks onto birds in flight — even when they're flying directly towards the camera. Its ultra-fast stacked sensor readout enables 50fps AF/AE bursts, 120fps fixed AF, and a blackout-free EVF, allowing you to track subjects smoothly without losing sight.

Sensor

Type
4/3" Stacked BSI Live MOS
Effective Pixels
20.4 Megapixels
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Sensor Area
17.3 x 13.0 mm

Image processing

Engine
TruePic X

Viewfinder

Type
Eye-level OLED Electronic Viewfinder
Resolution
approx. 5.76M dots
Magnification
approx. 1.48x - 1.65x
Coverage
approx. 100% Field of View
Diopter Adjustment
-4.0 to +2.0 diopters

Monitor

Type
3.0 inch Vari-angle Touch LCD
Resolution
approx. 1.62M dots

Autofocus

AF System
1053-point phase-detection cross-quad pixel AF
Subject Detection
Aircraft, Birds, Bullet trains, Cats, Dogs, Formula cars, Helicopters, Humans, Motorcycles, Rally cars, Standard trains, Steam Locomotives

Continuous shooting

Standard
approx. 10 fps (selectable 1-10fps)
Burst Speed
approx. 25-120 fps
Fixed AF
approx. 120 fps

Image stabilization

Type
Synchronized 5-axis in-body
Compensation
8.5-stop compensation
Sync IS
up to 8.5 stops

ISO

ISO Range
LOW (approx.80) - 102400
Auto ISO
Customizable, LOW (approx.80) - 102400 (Default: 200-25600)

Video

Resolution
DCI/UHD 4K 60p
Bit Depth
12-bit
Frame Rates
4K, 120fps slow-motion available
Max video resolution
ⓘ
The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K

Computational photography

Features
Handheld High Res Shot (50MP handheld / 80MP tripod), Live GND, Live ND, Focus Stacking, HDR, Multi Exposure, Handheld Live Composite

Build

Body Material
Magnesium alloy
Weather Sealing
IP53 certified (splash-proof, dust-proof, freeze-proof to -10°C)

Battery

Type
BLX-1 Lithium-Ion rechargeable
Battery Life
approx. 500 photos per charge

Optics

Sensor format
ⓘ
Refers to the most commonly used sensor sizes.
Micro Four Thirds
Viewfinder type
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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
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 Four Thirds

Features

Weather sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes