OM System OM-3
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OM-3

$899~
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Released: April 18, 2024
Micro Four Thirds
Sensor
20.4MP
Resolution
4K
Max Video
IBIS
25fps
Burst
1,053
AF Points

Who the OM System OM-3 is for

The OM System OM-3 is a 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, geared toward fast action and wildlife.

  • A 20MP stacked Micro Four Thirds camera with OM-1 Mark II internals in a retro, dial-led body.
  • A dedicated Creative Dial for computational modes like Live ND and color profiles.
  • IP53 weather sealing, fast AF and 4K video in a stylish, compact design.

Best for

  • Action, sports and wildlife — 25fps burst with subject-detection AF.
  • Video and filmmaking — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and Log.
  • Vlogging and handheld video — flip-out screen and a mic input.
  • Travel and the outdoors — in-body stabilisation plus weather sealing.

Keep in mind

  • Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.

How the OM System OM-3 compares to other Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds cameras

Every figure below is measured against the 29 Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds cameras in the catalogue, so you can see where this camera actually sits rather than reading its spec sheet in isolation.

SpecThis cameraWhere it lands
Weight374g (13.2 oz)2nd lightest of 29
Price (MSRP)$89910th cheapest of 29
Resolution20.4MPjoint 4th highest of 29
4K frame rate60pjoint 4th fastest of 25

What Micro Four Thirds means in practice

A Micro Four Thirds sensor at 20.4MP doubles the effective focal length of any lens mounted on it, so telephoto reach comes cheaply in both size and money and wide-angle coverage costs more of both. It is the smallest of the three formats here, and the systems built around it are correspondingly compact.

Video, stabilisation and weather sealing

4K runs to 60p, giving headroom for smooth motion or a modest slow-motion cut. 10-bit recording internally means colour survives grading rather than banding when pushed. A log profile is available, which trades a flat-looking file for latitude in post.

In-body stabilisation steadies any lens mounted on it, including primes with no stabilisation of their own. The body is weather-sealed.

Full Specifications

Imaging

Sensor TypeStacked CMOS
Sensor SizeMicro Four Thirds
Image ProcessorTruePic X
Effective Resolution20.4 MP
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds

Exposure Control

ISO Range (Native)200 – 25600
ISO Range (Extended)80 – 102400
Mechanical Shutter1/8000
Electronic Shutter1/32000
Flash Sync Speed1/250
Built-in FlashNo

Still Image Capture

Continuous Shooting25 fps

Video Capture

Max Resolution4K
8K Recording
4K RecordingUp to 60p
1080p RecordingUp to 240p
10-bit InternalYes
Recording LimitNo limit
Log ProfilesOM-Log400 / HLG
Built-in MicStereo
Headphone JackYes
Mic InputYes
HDMI OutputMicro (Type D)

Focus

Phase Detect Points1,053
Contrast Detect Points
Low Light AF-7.5 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal AFYes
Vehicle AFNo

Viewfinder

EVF TypeOLED
EVF Resolution2.36M dots
EVF Magnification0.83x

Monitor

LCD Size3"
LCD Resolution1.04M dots
LCD TypeVari-Angle
Touch ScreenYes

Interface

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6
Bluetoothv5.3
USBUSB-C 3.2
Memory Card Slots1x SD UHS-II
GPSNo

General

Price (MSRP)$899
Body MaterialMagnesium Alloy
Dimensions122×84×45 mm
Weight374g (13.2 oz)
Weather SealedYes
In-Body StabilizationYes
Battery Life (EVF)450 shots
Battery Life (LCD)450 shots
Battery TypeBLS-50

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