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快门数有一千，不太好

USB端子が評価で議論されているが写真の転送にはWi-Fiで済むので何も問題なし。

最強の防滴機能で軽くて小さくてきれいな写真が撮れるので登山に持ち歩くには最適なカメラだと思います。

現場に持っていかなければ撮影自体ができないので持ち歩くハードルが低いカメラが一番です。

マイクロフォーサーズは望遠レンズも軽く素晴らしい。

毎年、北海道の登山のお供に持ち歩いています！

基本的によくできたカメラ。見た目も悪くない。使ってみてわかったことを列挙。

良い点：

・操作性がわかりやすい。Pモードで前ダイヤル露出補正、後ダイヤルプログラムシフトというのは、写真撮る人のことをわかってると思った。

・小さい、軽い：本体はAPS-Cのミラーレスとさほど変わらない。が、レンズ、特に望遠レンズが小さく軽いので、持ち出そうという気になる。

・画質：思ったより良い。ピクセル等倍とかにするとより大きなフォーマットには劣るが、そこまで細かく見ない一般ユーザーなら、違いはよくわからないと思う。

・安価：レンズや付属品が比較的安価だと思う。

悪い点：

・暗所耐性：フォーマットの関係でやはり暗いところではISO上げないと難しくて、ISO上げるとノイズが乗りやすい。室内の薄暗いところでよく撮る人には向かないと思う。

・画質：フルフレームと比べると、階調や色再現性で劣る。明るいところの写真ではほとんどわからんけど。

・拡張性の低さ：サードパーティー製のレンズやストロボの選択肢が少ない。

いろいろ言われるMFTフォーマットだけど、よほど画質にこだわるマニアでなければ１台目のカメラとしても普通に使えると思う。でも、むしろフルフレームとか持ってる人のサブカメラとしていいカメラな気がする。

気軽に持ち出せて、望遠が手持ちで使いやすく、防滴防塵の堅牢さでアウトドアで使いやすい点がサブカメラ向き。

比較的安価なシステムだと思うので、一度買って使ってみたらいいと思う。

15万円のカメラなのにどこもかしこもプラスチック感が丸出しなのは金返せレベルで

これをアウトドアに連れ出す相棒と銘打つにはあまりにも頼りない。

新生ブランドを立ち上げるためⅢ代目を急ごしらえでⅣ代目に格上げしたのは明らかで

いまどきUSBコネクタがTYPE-CではなくマイクロUSBのままなのは

「回路基板を設計変更せずに画像処理チップのファームをバージョンアップしただけ」と疑ってしまう。

また先代より軽くなっているのが非常にうさん臭く感じられるが

ＬＳＩなどの電子部品レベルでグラム単位で軽くなるというのはそう単純な話ではないので

金属部分を樹脂に変更したりどこかを簡略化してコストダウンしたとしか思えない。

こう言っては申し訳ないけど爪の先に火をともすようなジリ貧のメーカーからLumixに乗り換えるか

スマホみたいなチャラチャラした機能やどうでもいいスペックに拘らなければ

コスパ的に有利ならあえて先代を買うという選択もあり得るのではないかと思う。

（そういう自分は２万円のクーポンに釣られてⅣを買っちゃったしずっと大事に使おうと思うけど…）

プラ外装と無駄な横線が気に入らなくてE-M5mk3を見送りましたが、これ以上は待てず、やむなく購入に踏み切りました。

所有するレンズからは白ボディがよかったのですが、この機種の白ボディは、向かって左肩のロゴが大きく下方に食い込んで見えるのがダサくて生理的に受けつけず、あえて黒ボディを選択しました。横線も白ボディほどは目立たないし。究極の選択ですが、白ボディのダサさよりは、黒ボディに白レンズつけるちぐはぐ感のほうがマシです。

E-M5mk3と略同型ですが、外装表面の仕上げパターンか改善されて、ほんのわずかですが高級感を取り戻しました。アマゾンの商品画像は画像処理がわるくて実物よりチャチに見えますが、この点は評価できます。

性能、使い勝手は文句なし。ホントに見た目と質感だけが残念です。まあ、使ってるうちに愛着も湧いてくるでしょう……E-M10初代、E-M5mk2には一目惚れでしたが、今回は見合い結婚みたいな感じです。

I Love it

Aufgrund einiger durchwachsener Rezensionen, war ich mir nicht sicher, ob es Sinn macht, von meiner OM-D10 III auf die OM-5 upzugraden. Nach mehr als einem halben Jahr im Einsatz habe ich den Wechsel nicht bereut und bin begeistert. Neben der Staub- und Wasserfestigkeit sind es viele kleine Details, die den Unterschied ausmachen. Als Beispiele seien der Sternenhimmel AF genannt, mit dem mir bereits viele tolle Sternen-Bilder gelungen sind, oder die Live ND Funktion für Wasserfälle, wenn gerade mal kein Graufilter zur Hand ist. Kaufempfehlung!

Opinione: Come molti fotografi appassionati, ho sempre dato grande importanza alla qualità dell'immagine e alle prestazioni della mia attrezzatura. Per anni, la mia fedele Nikon D750 è stata una compagna insostituibile nei miei viaggi fotografici, offrendomi immagini di qualità superiore che solo un sistema Full Frame può fornire. Tuttavia, con il passare del tempo, il peso dell'attrezzatura è diventato un fattore limitante nelle mie avventure, spingendomi a cercare un'alternativa più leggera ma altrettanto capace. La mia ricerca mi ha portato alla OM System OM5, una scelta che sapevo comportasse un "salto indietro" in termini di formato del sensore e, potenzialmente, di qualità dell'immagine. Ero preparato a questo compromesso, ma quello che non mi aspettavo era quanto poco avrei sentito la mancanza della mia vecchia D750. La OM5 si è rivelata una piacevole sorpresa sotto molti aspetti. Innanzitutto, il peso ridotto della camera e delle ottiche mi ha liberato da uno dei maggiori ostacoli che limitavano la mia creatività e il mio desiderio di esplorare. Non solo: le ottiche per questo sistema, oltre ad essere significativamente più economiche rispetto alle equivalenti per Full Frame, offrono una qualità e una resa che vanno ben oltre le mie aspettative. L'investimento in queste lenti mi ha permesso di esplorare nuove prospettive creative senza gravare sul mio budget. Dal punto di vista della qualità dell'immagine, la OM5 ha dimostrato di essere più che all'altezza della sfida. Sebbene consapevole delle limitazioni teoriche dovute al sensore più piccolo, nella pratica ho trovato che le immagini prodotte sono ricche di dettagli, con colori vividi e un'eccellente gestione del rumore. La camera offre anche un'ampia gamma di funzionalità avanzate che mi hanno aiutato a sperimentare e a migliorare le mie tecniche fotografiche. In conclusione, il passaggio alla OM System OM5 è stata una scelta vincente per me. Nonostante le mie iniziali preoccupazioni riguardo la qualità dell'immagine e le prestazioni, questa camera non mi ha fatto rimpiangere la mia Nikon D750. Per il mio stile di fotografia e i miei obiettivi sempre più orientati verso la portabilità e alla mobilità, la OM5 si è dimostrata l'opzione ideale, offrendomi libertà, flessibilità e, cosa più importante, la gioia di fotografare senza limiti. Se come me siete alla ricerca di una soluzione più leggera senza compromettere troppo sulla qualità, vi consiglio caldamente di considerare la OM System OM5.

The OM SYSTEM OM-5 Micro Four Thirds (MFT) camera, paired with the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4.0 PRO lens, is a fantastic combination that combines portability, high performance, and advanced features.

I have been a fan of Olympus (now OM-System) cameras for over a decade. Starting off with their TG-2 sport camera for when I go snorkelling. I have been wanting to move from “point and shoot” type cameras for a while now, and having done some research, I opted for this OM-5. I wanted something that could use different lens, without going to a full-size DSLR, so that I had something that was more portable. While it may not have the flagship status of the OM-1, the OM-5 slots in as a versatile, mid-range model that balances performance, portability, and affordability.

In terms of its key features that I wanted, the OM-5 boasts a 20.4-megapixel Live MOS sensor, 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS), 4K video recording, and advanced autofocus technology. It’s capable of capturing high-quality images and videos in a variety of conditions, making it a great choice for an amateur/novice like me.

One of the first things you’ll notice about the OM-5 is its solid, weather-sealed construction. The camera body is compact yet robust, measuring just 4.7 x 3.4 x 2.4 inches and weighing 1.12 pounds, which makes it incredibly portable for those who want to travel light or prefer smaller, less conspicuous gear. The design is reminiscent of Olympus' OM film cameras from the 1970s, with its classic, retro-inspired aesthetics, making it both stylish and functional.

The weather-sealing is a standout feature of the OM-5, offering protection against dust, splashes, and freezing temperatures down to 14°F (-10°C). I have had the camera for around a month now, and I have been out in the cold where it was just below freezing, and I have also been out in light drizzle, and the camera with this lens has had no problems. Even battery life was impressive during the cold, when batteries on other cameras I have owned run down quickly. This ruggedness makes it suitable for outdoor photography which is what my main use will be (landscapes, wildlife and city sightseeing), whether you’re shooting in the rain, snow, or in dusty environments. The body is made of magnesium alloy, which gives it a premium feel while maintaining a lightweight profile.

The controls on the OM-5 are taking a little getting used to, but this is more a reflection on me as someone who has only recently started to dabble more seriously beyond the “point and shoot” approach to photography. The camera has a customizable button layout and a comfortable grip, making it easy to hold for extended shooting sessions. I know some reviewers state the camera is a little small, but even with my big hands, I don’t have a problem. The 3-inch LCD touchscreen is bright and responsive, and it’s adjustable for easy composition from low or high angles. While the electronic viewfinder isn’t as high-res as some flagship models, it’s still sharp enough for accurate framing and focusing.

At the heart of the OM-5 is a 20.4-megapixel Live MOS sensor. While this is lower in resolution compared to some APS-C or full-frame competitors that I looked into when researching what camera to purchase, it does strikes a great balance between image quality and noise control, particularly in low light. The sensor is paired with the TruePic IX image processor, which offers fast processing speeds and enhanced colour reproduction. I took the photo of the squirrel in very overcast weather, but the camera worked fine.

The dynamic range of the OM-5 is impressive, producing images with good tonal depth in both highlights and shadows. Colour accuracy is top-notch, with vibrant, true-to-life colours straight out of the camera. For users who prefer editing their images, the OM-5’s RAW files are flexible enough to allow for significant post-processing adjustments without introducing excessive noise or loss of detail.

When it comes to low-light performance, the OM-5 shines with its 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS). I have taken a few photos of the night sky (using a Olympus M.ZUIKO 7-14mm lens and a NEEWER carbon tripod, sold separately and also available on Amazon), and the detail is incredibly sharp. Even without a tripod with up to 6.5 stops of compensation, the camera allows for hand-held shooting in dim conditions without a significant increase in motion blur.

The camera offers an ISO range of 200-25600, with performance up to around ISO 6400 being quite good. Noise levels are well-controlled, and even at higher ISOs, the noise is finely textured rather than chunky, which helps preserve image details.

The OM-5 features a sophisticated autofocus system with 121 phase-detection points, which cover a large portion of the frame. This system is fast, accurate, and works well in both stills and video mode. It’s particularly effective in tracking moving subjects, making the OM-5 such as wildlife and bird photography.

The camera also has several autofocus modes, including continuous autofocus (C-AF), single autofocus (S-AF), and manual focus, with the option for face and eye detection for people and animal subjects. In practice, the autofocus is reliable, fast, and precise, making it suitable for a wide variety of shooting situations.

One of the standout features for me, is the precision in the Pro Capture Mode, which allows the camera to continuously buffer images while I’m composing a shot. Once the shutter is pressed, the OM-5 can capture up to 35 frames before the shutter was even fully pressed. This is a great feature for wildlife photography, to capture that perfect moment without missing the action.

I’ve only tried the video capabilities for a few minutes, just to see what it is like, as I am unlikely to use videoing very often with this camera. That said, the OM-5 is a capable video camera, supporting 4K video recording at 30fps and Full HD at 60fps. It also offers 10-bit colour depth in both 4K and Full HD modes, which makes it an appealing choice for budding creators who need high-quality video for vlogging, content creation, or professional video work.

If I do decide to get more into the video capabilities of this OM-5, then the in-body image stabilization will be particularly useful for handheld video shooting, ensuring smooth footage even when moving around. The camera supports various video features like microphone and headphone jacks, live streaming via HDMI, and full manual control over exposure settings while recording.

The camera came with the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4.0 PRO lens which is an excellent match for the OM-5, offering a versatile zoom range equivalent to 24-90mm on a full-frame camera. The f/4.0 aperture is constant throughout the zoom range, which is a nice touch, ensuring consistent exposure levels when zooming in or out.

The lens is part of Olympus' PRO series, meaning it’s built to a high standard, with weather-sealing, high-quality optics, and a metal body. It’s also incredibly compact for a professional-grade zoom lens, making it an ideal companion for travel photographers or anyone looking for a lightweight system.

Image quality is excellent, with sharp details from edge to edge, even at the widest aperture. The lens handles chromatic aberration and distortion very well, producing clean, sharp images across a variety of subjects. Autofocus is fast and quiet, making it a great option for both stills and video work.

Final Thoughts

The OM SYSTEM OM-5, combined with the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4.0 PRO lens, is a formidable system for anyone looking for a high-quality, portable, and versatile camera. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast, vlogger, or semi-professional photographer, this camera offers excellent image quality, a robust feature set, and an intuitive user experience.

While it may not offer the higher resolution or frame rate capabilities of some full-frame or APS-C competitors, the OM-5 excels in portability, build quality, and performance. The inclusion of advanced features like IBIS, high-quality video recording, and fast autofocus makes it a well-rounded tool for various creative disciplines.

For anyone who values a compact, rugged, and capable system, the OM SYSTEM OM-5 with the M.Zuiko 12-45mm PRO lens is a top contender. Its balance of performance and portability ensures that it stands out in the crowded mirrorless camera market. I’ve included some of my first couple of weeks test shots. All were taken using automatic settings, as I’m still learning how to use many of the manual features.

I have owned an Olympus OM D E10 III camera with kit lens for many years, and enjoyed the results I was getting, especially when I also added the Zuiko 17mm f=1.8 lens to my kit. I little accident to the lcd screen prompted me to look out for an upgrade. I really like the design Olympus put into their cameras, the OM format is perfect for the small size camera. The new OM System OM-5 is basically a progression of the Olympus OM D E 5 series, and my initial reaction is that it is as easy to handle as my old OM D E 10, the menu is similar, with a few additions and minor changes. I’m getting ready to take lots of photos on my next trip on the Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide.

Value buy. Compact and light weight camera for travel. Fast focusing and silent.