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Olympus OM-D E-M5 vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 II
Olympus OM-D E-M5
Camera summary
The Olympus OM-D E-M5, made by Olympus, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on April 30, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.4 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus OM-D E-M5 II
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 35 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264, Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 360 shots per charge with the included BLN-1 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Olympus OM-D E-M5 II
Camera summary
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II, made by Olympus, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Feb. 6, 2015.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.4 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Olympus OM-D E-M5, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Olympus OM-D E-M5
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III
Sensor
This camera has a MOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 81 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 310 shots per charge with the included BLN-1 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 35 | 81 |
Connectivity |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 22.8 | 23.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.3 | 12.4 |
| DXO low light ISO | 826.0 | 896.0 |
| DXO overall score | 71.0 | 73.0 |
Exposure mode |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | April 30, 2012 | Feb. 6, 2015 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Olympus | Olympus |
| msrp | $410.99 | $549.00 |
| model | Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| Predecessor model | Olympus OM-D E-M5 | |
| Successor model | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III |
Lense |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| Focal length multiplier | 2x | 2x |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 128 | 128 |
Other features |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (2), Manual (3 levels) | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 9.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 60 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| Battery life | 360 shots | 310 shots |
| Battery model | BLN-1 | BLN-1 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 89 x 43mm | 124 x 85 x 45mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 425 grs | 469 grs |
Screen |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 610 | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 16 |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor type | CMOS | MOS |
Headphone port |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
Yes |
| Video formats | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Viewfinder |
Olympus OM-D E-M5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 2,360k dots |