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OM System OM-3

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Spec sheet

SENSORMegapixels and sensor size. Full-frame gathers more light than APS-C or Micro Four Thirds, for cleaner low-light shots and more background blur.20.4MPMicro Four Thirds
BURSTFrames per second while autofocus keeps tracking. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.50 fpsFastest with autofocus
VIDEOThe highest video resolution it records internally.4KMax internal
IBISIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.7.5 stopsIn-body
BATTERYShots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.590CIPA shots, rear screen
WEIGHTBody with battery and card, without a lens.496 gWith battery and card
MOUNTWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.MFTMicro Four Thirds

Photo

SensorResolution, size and build. Stacked sensors read out fastest, which helps fast action and cuts rolling-shutter wobble.20.4MP · Micro Four Thirds · Stacked
Native ISOThe standard sensitivity range. Higher ISO lets you shoot in dimmer light, at the cost of more noise.200–102,400
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.1/8000 mech · 1/32000 elec
Flash syncThe fastest shutter speed you can use with a regular flash. Higher is better for flash outdoors in bright light.1/250 s
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).People, animals, birds, vehicles, aircraft, trains · down to −8 EV

Video

Max resolutionThe highest resolution and frame rate it records internally. More than 4K gives room to crop or stabilise in editing.4K 60p
Best 4K frame rateThe fastest 4K frame rate. 60p and above lets you slow footage down smoothly, and 120p gives 5× slow motion.4K 60p
Crop at 4K 60pWhether 4K 60p uses the full sensor width. A crop makes your lens act longer, so wide shots get harder.None, full width
Colour depth10-bit records far more colour detail than 8-bit, so footage holds up when you grade it. Worth it if you edit video.10-bit 4:2:0
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.OM-Log400
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.ProRes RAW over HDMI
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.No
Audio jacksA mic input for better sound, and a headphone jack to check what you are recording.Mic + headphone
HDMIFor an external monitor or recorder. Full-size HDMI is sturdier than micro HDMI.Micro
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.No

Body & handling

ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.2.36M-dot, 1.37×
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.Fully articulating
Weather sealingSeals against dust and light rain. Pair it with a sealed lens.Yes
USB-C powerCan run from a USB-C power bank while shooting, not just charge the battery.Yes
BatteryThe battery model, for buying spares.BLX-1

From the retailer

AMAZON · AS OF OCT 23, 4:15 PM ET
  • Vintage-styled, Premium Metal Body
  • TruePic X Processor
  • IP53 Rating (Dustproof, Splashproof, Freezeproof)
  • 20 MP Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor
  • 2.36m-Dot OLED electronic viewfinder
  • Computational Photography Features (Live ND, Live Composite, High Res Shot, Focus Stacking, etc.)
  • Creative Dial (Color Profile Control, Monochrome Profile Control, Color Creator, and Art Filters)
  • S&Q Mode (slow motion and quick motion video)
ModelV210050SW000
Part numberV210050SW000
ColorSilver
Release date2025-02-27

Build around it

EVERY OPTION IS CHECKED AGAINST THE OM-3
LENS✓ COMPATIBLE
POWER✓ COMPATIBLE
STORAGE✓ COMPATIBLE
AUDIO✓ COMPATIBLE
BAG✓ COMPATIBLE

How the OM-3 connects

WORKS WITH
OM SYSTEM BLX-1$134
Spare battery for the same body
COMPETES WITH
Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX$1,798
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Canon EOS R8 II$1,899
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STEPS UP / DOWN
Panasonic Lumix G9 II$1,900
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Step down: Panasonic Lumix GH7$1,798
Same mount, saves money
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