OM System OM-1 Mark II Digital Camera Body

OM System OM-1 Mark II Digital Camera Body Summary

Elevating the first-generation camera to new heights with numerous upgrades, the OM System OM-1 Mark II Digital Camera Body is engineered to refine your photography experience, offering significant improvements for creators. The OM-1 Mark II excels with lightning-fast speeds, superior computational power and enhanced usability, with refinements throughout the camera.

On the exterior the flagship micro four thirds camera from OM System benefits from a refined body design with new rubbery dials and IP 53 weather sealing, while the interior brings upgrades, which will be especially welcome to bird and wildlife photographers.

These include a perfected autofocus system with deep learning AI subject detection AF, enhanced image stabilisation with up to 8.5 stops compensation, and refined blackout-free sequential shooting. Subjects recognised and tracked by the AI system now include Humans, Birds / Dogs, Cats as well as vehicles (formula cars, rally cars, motorcycles) / Aircraft, helicopters / Bullet trains, standard trains, steam locomotives.

OM System has also overhauled the range of computational photography features, which the OM System OM-1 Mark II camera offers. These include effective Live ND filters with the ability to place the graduation however you choose, 14-Bit RAW High Res shots up to 80MP when tripod mounted, and Handheld Live Composite, Focus Stacking and HDR shooting.

Video creators can bring their ideas to life with 4K 60p, Full-HD at 120fps using OM Log400 and HLG profiles, with 10-Bit internal recording and perfected vertical video recording. The second-generation camera exceeds expectations for both stills and video, boasting cutting-edge features and premium performance throughout.

Key OM System OM-1 Mark II Features

• 3x faster processing power with TruePic X engine
• 20MP Stacked BSI Live MOS sensor with low noise
• Improved blackout-free shooting
• Up to 120fps burst with S-AF and 50fps with C-AF
• Significant AF improvements and 1,053 point Cross Quad Pixel AF
• AI subject detection with improved Human AF
• Up to 8.5-stops Image Stabilisation
• 50MP handheld and 80MB High Res Shot with 14-Bit RAW
• Upgraded Live GND, Live ND, Handheld Live Composite, Focus Stacking and HDR shooting
• ProCapture at up to 120fps
• IP53 weather sealing plus new rubbery dials
• 4K 60p video recording and vertical video
• Usability enhancements include customisable AEL button and AF-ON button
• Updated menus and durable 500-shot battery life

OM System OM-1 Mark II Digital Camera Body in More Detail

20MP Stacked BSI Live Mos Sensor

The stacked BSI sensor provides impressive resolution, minimal noise and vivid colours with razor-sharp details, in order for users to experience image quality on par with full-frame cameras. Whether you capture sports and wildlife, portraits and travel, or landscape photography the OM-1 Mark II with its Quad Pixel Bayer stacked CMOS sensor delivers unprecedented image quality.

TruePic X processor

Every camera needs an engine, and for OM System’s latest flagship camera it is the cutting-edge TruePic X, providing blazing fast processing to capture any subject with ease.

Shoot in virtual darkness

Thanks to the processor and sensor combination, you can capture crisp, clear shots even in low light or indoors. The standard ISO sensitivity range of 25,600, is extendable up to 102,400 for optimal clarity even is the dimmest environment.

Durable shutter for professional demands

The OM-1 Mark II's shutter is exceptionally robust, proven by rigorous testing, which confirms a reliable lifespan of 400,000 actuations. This ensures durability and longevity for the most demanding professional creator working in high-speed environments.

Class-leading in-body stabilisation

OM System has refined the 5-Axis Image Stabilisation system for outstanding effectiveness whether shooting macro close-up shots or with a super telephoto lens. This allows you to shoot handheld confidently at slow shutter speeds and in low light, with up to 8.5 stops of compensation, using the world's most advanced image stabilisation technology.

Fast and bright 120fps EVF

With OM System's high-speed 120fps Electronic Viewfinder, you capture exactly what you see. Experience lifelike, blackout-free shooting from 12.5 to 120fps, featuring a minimal display delay of just 0.005 seconds.

AI Subject Detection AF

Enhanced AI Subject Detection now maintains focus more accurately and reliably on birds, pets, cars, and aircraft, and has been improved to detect humans as well. AF has been perfected for Human subjects and sees a comprehensive range of subjects, which include:

• Human
• Formula cars, rally cars, motorcycles
• Aircraft, helicopters
• Bullet trains, standard trains, steam locomotives
• Birds
• Dogs, cats

1,053 Point Cross Type AF

With a Quad pixel sensor, the OM-1 Mark II enhances Auto Focus precision significantly, making it particularly effective for landscape, bird, animal, and portrait photography.

Blistering 120fps Raw Burst

Experience the epitome of speed. With the TruePic X, the OM-1 Mark II achieves an astounding 120fps in RAW format, ensuring you never miss a crucial moment and capture every possible split second of the action. What’s more, you’ll never experience any lag due to the EVF blackout-free experience, right up to the maximum 120fps.

When shooting in continuous AF mode at 50fps the OM System OM-1 Mark II is capable of recording 256 shots before the buffer is filled, or 213 shots at 120fps with single point AF.

120fps ProCapture

Capture even the most fleeting moments effortlessly, by half-pressing the shutter to initiate 120fps shooting automatically, and fully press to capture the exact shot you desire.

Pro Capture is available at up to 50fps with continuous AF and 120fps with single AF, ensuring you come away with the perfect shot regardless of how quickly or erratically the subject is moving across the frame.

Computational photography redefined

Live GND Filters

LiveGND is OM System's newest Graduated Neutral Density filter, which offers the creative freedom to precisely position the graduation to your liking. Simply drag the position of the LCD screen to perfectly compensate for brighter skies.

Soft, medium and hard grad ND’s are available, with GND2, GND4 and GND8 strengths.

When shooting with solid ND filters, a full stop of ND performance can be controlled via ND strengths ranging from ND2 to ND128, catering for situations which include moving water and waves, clouds and more.

Handheld High Res Shot

Capture crisp, incredibly detailed handheld 50MP high-resolution shots in new 14-bit RAW format, with the Handheld High Res Shot mode, eliminating the need for a tripod or stabiliser. 14-Bit RAW gives you 3x the amount of tonal variations for stunning images even when shooting on the go.

80 megapixel tripod mounted High Res mode is also available where every detail matters.

Hand Held Live Composite

With Hand Held Live Composite shots, you can effortlessly capture images with movement that would typically necessitate a tripod, quickly and with ease.

Focus stacking in-camera

The OM-1 Mark II will efficiently create a single composite image by stitching together up to 15 individual photos taken at different focus distances.

Video focused

Shoot a full-length feature film with the OM-1 Mark II, offering greatly expanded video capabilities, including high bit and multi-frame rate recording, as well as vertical format shooting.

OM Log 400 and HLG profiles are available with 10-Bit internal video recording for professional video creation. Vertical video and USB webcam mode enable content creation for various social platforms and live streaming straight out of camera.

Slow motion video recording

Capture ultra slow-motion video in stunning detail with 240 frames per second at full HD, slowing down the action to its most dramatic form. For the ultimate quality the OM-1 Mark II will capture 4K at 60fps ensuring smooth footage with beautiful high resolution detail.

Lightweight design

At 511g (body only), compared to its rivals, this camera boasts a weight that's over 20% lighter*. With the OM-1 Mark II, you can fit your entire camera setup into a standard carry-on bag.

*Based on comparison with similar class cameras.

Robust body design with enhanced ergonomics

The camera body features rubberised dials for a more tactile and robust shooting experience, while an independent AEL button and AF-ON button allow customisable settings for both. Despite numerous refinements the camera actives 500 shots per OM System BLX-1 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery for impressive performance in any environment.

Dust reduction system

Easily change lenses outdoors while keeping your sensor spotless, thanks to a Supersonic Wave Filter that oscillates at 30,000 times per second to remove dust and dirt.

IP53 Weather Sealing

Be prepared for any situation thanks to an advanced weather sealing system, which effectively keeps water, cold, and dust out, allowing worry-free shooting in the most extreme conditions down to -10ºC.

OI.Share

Connect the OM-1 Mark II to your smartphone using the free OM System app and instantly send and post photos and videos, and remotely operate the camera with ease. The app captures GPS Info via your Smartphone in order to pinpoint locations with ease.

MFT lens range

OM System released two new lenses alongside the OM System OM-1 Mark II camera. These join countless existing micro four thirds lenses, which allow you to capture every subject across the entire range of genres.

The new OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS Lens provides an incredible full-frame equivalent zoom range of 300-1200mm. The super telephoto lens is enhanced by effective Body/Lens Sync Image Stabilisation, teleconverter compatibility and an array of special optics for outstanding results. The OM System OM-1 Mark II with 150-600mm Lens kit is available at launch, which includes the new super telephoto zoom.

At the other end of the focal range is the new OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4.0-5.6 II Lens, which offers a compact and lightweight ultra wide angle design, equivalent to 18-36 mm on a 35mm camera. This is ideal for everything from landscapes and cityscapes to videography thanks to the silent MCS mechanism.

MFT system accessories

A wide range of accessories are available for the OM-1 Mark II camera, enabling you to refine your shooting experience and capture optimal results in any shooting situation. These include:

• OM System HLD-10 Power Battery Grip
• OM System BCX-1 Battery Charger
• OM System SBCX-1 Battery And Charger Kit
• OM System RM-WR1 Wireless Remote Control
• Olympus CBG-12 Camera Backpack
• Olympus FC-WR Flash Commander
• Olympus FL-900R Wireless Flash
• Olympus STF-8 Macro Flash

What’s in the box

• OM System OM-1 Mark II Digital Camera Body
• CB-USB13 USB cable
• BLX-1 Li-ion battery
• Shoulder strap
• Instruction manual
• Warranty card

OM System OM-1 Mark II Camera Specifications