Olympus OM-D E-M1 Silver
Combining a 16.3MP Live MOS sensor with on-chip phase-detection autofocus, this camera delivers 10 fps burst shooting and a 1/8000 sec shutter speed in a dust, splash, and freezeproof magnesium alloy body. Its 5-axis in-body image stabilization and high-resolution 2.36M-dot EVF provide a stable, detailed view that remains rare at this used-market price point. This body is best for wildlife and sports enthusiasts needing a rugged, weather-sealed system for fast action in harsh conditions.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (92nd percentile) 92nd
- Strong display (81st percentile) 81st
- Strong evf (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong af (71st percentile) 71st
Cons
- Below average sensor (13th percentile)
- Below average video (19th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 8 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | Live MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | TruePic VII |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 118 |
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 81Phase Detection: 37 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36 M dots |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Fujifilm X-T X-T4 | Sony Alpha a6700 | Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX | Canon EOS R R7 | OM System OM-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 16.3MP micro-four-thirds | 26.1MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 24.2MP full-frame | 32.5MP aps-c | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 118 | 425 | 759 | 779 | 651 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 10 | 15 | 11 | 30 | 15 | 10 |
| Video | 1080p | 4K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 526 | 411 | 658 | 530 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 | 71 | 79.8 | 92.1 | 61.2 | 19.4 | 13.3 | 44.7 | 63.7 | 55.7 | 60.5 | 69.5 |
| Fujifilm X-T X-T4 Compare | 82.9 | 92.3 | 81.6 | 78.6 | 78.5 | 94.3 | 95.7 | 82.8 | 92.6 | 92.2 | 90.5 |
| Sony Alpha a6700 Compare | 95 | 84.9 | 90.1 | 73.3 | 85.9 | 92.2 | 94.7 | 0 | 92.6 | 96.9 | 82.9 |
| Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX Compare | 96.7 | 86.3 | 96.3 | 89.8 | 92.1 | 46.3 | 89.5 | 82.8 | 92.6 | 71.3 | 82.9 |
| Canon EOS R R7 Compare | 92 | 85.4 | 93.1 | 83.7 | 82.3 | 97.1 | 44.7 | 63.7 | 92.6 | 92.2 | 92.8 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 93.7 | 96.9 | 81.4 | 94.1 | 82.3 | 38.3 | 93.8 | 93.2 | 82.3 | 80.7 | 82.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
B&H Photo 1 offer From $450
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Usage Scores
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