Compact proportions yet rock solid construction ; Comprehensive features and intuitive hands-on control via top plate dials ; Great results straight out of the camera with minimum fuss

The compact build is due in part to a physically smaller Four Thirds sensor ; Those with larger hands/fingers may find the OM-5’s control layout a little crammed ; Not as much support from third parties for add-on accessories

A lightweight, reasonably affordable yet reassuringly durable mirrorless camera that offers an enticing balance of portability, creativity and, moreover, quality.

Small size ; Powerful features ; Excellent stabilization ; Great lens line-up ; Clever computational shooting modes

Essentially a refresh of the E-M5 Mark III ; 4K 30p video adequate but no more ; Too small for bigger Pro lenses ; EVF resolution only average

The OM-5 is the mid-range model in the OM System Micro Four Thirds range. Apart from some performance and processing tweaks, it’s almost the same as the previous E-M5 Mark III to handle and use; but that’s okay, because this is still a smart, compact...

Stunning image quality. 5 axis stabilization. Available lenses. Retro styling.

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