As the flagship of the mirrorless OM SYSTEM, the OM-1 is equipped with the industry’s latest technology to realize your most creative ideas. Pick it up and be amazed at its compact size, how it fits naturally in your hand and how little effort it takes to lift it. Break free from heavy, bulky cameras and tripods with the world’s best image stabilization system for shooting sharp handheld shots, even in low light. Weathersealing lets you work without worry in adverse conditions. You’ll have the speed and precision to capture the impossible and take your photos and video to new, exciting places.
120
Frames Per Second
Continuous Shooting
8.0 EV
Stops of
Stabilization Performance
80MP
High Res Shot Mode
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Colour that reflects reality, sharpness, crisp highlights and clear contrast. The OM-1 delivers world-class image quality shot after shot.
Get 20MP of exceptional sharpness. Our redesigned Live MOS Sensor delivers a level of image quality that surpasses most full frame cameras.
Shoot bright, crisp images indoors and in low light environments with an ISO range that can be ramped up to an astounding 102,400.
Leave the tripod behind and let the most advanced in-body image stabilization system in the world help you take sharp handheld, telephoto and macro shots.
Our 20MP Stacked BSI Live MOS is a leap forward for image quality. It uses a revolutionary new way of arranging imaging elements to let more light in while boosting low light performance. Your photos will have breathtaking resolution with low noise and rich dynamic range of expression from shadows to highlights.
Never sweat shooting indoors or another low light situation again. It features a standard ISO range up to 25,600. When light is hard to come by, you can increase the ISO to 102,400 to capture bright photos in the most challenging environments.
Stop worrying about camera shake even at slow shutter speeds. We’ve spent decades developing the world’s most effective image stabilization system so you can be free from tripods and other stabilizing equipment to shoot spectacular handheld, telephoto and macro shots. You’ll have up to 8 steps of compensation that eliminate camera shake even at slow shutter speeds. Take bright, blur-free photos even in difficult low light settings.
The OM-1 is equipped with our cutting-edge TruePic X image processing chip that works in tandem with the Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor. The TruePic X delivers blazing start up and writing speeds, exhilarating autofocusing and mind-blowingly fast sequential shooting. Besides speed, this revamped processing chip raises the bar with image quality. Enjoy true-to-life color, unmatched sharpness, and vibrant gradations.
OM SYSTEM Ambassador Hannu Huhtamo
The OM-1 features a dazzling array of advanced technology that frees you to focus on to getting the shot you want every time.
Take beautiful dreamy landscape shots using our Live ND Mode that emulates slow shutter speed effects.
Need a quick high resolution shot? We’ve moved this feature to dedicated button for taking a 50MP shot with incredible detail and clarity.
Capture long exposures of moving subjects like fireworks or light painting without a tripod.
Who needs to carry ND filters when your camera has them built-in? The OM-1’s Live ND Mode covers up to ND64 giving you a wide range of effects. Preview slow shutter speed effects in the viewfinder before shooting.
Sometimes you just need more resolution than a 20MP image. Now you can capture a 50MP shot at the push of a button. Better still, you won’t need a tripod or other stabilizing equipment. Just hold your camera and shoot. The OM-1 automatically takes 12 shots** and instantly merges them into one high resolution photo with spectacular detail. **Reduced from 16 images vs E-M1 Mark III, E-M1X
Every photographer knows that capturing long exposures is challenging. But Live Composite Mode makes it easier with our in-body image stabilization system. Capturing dramatic shots of traffic tails, fireworks, or painted light can now be taken handheld. The camera takes a series of continuous photos with the same exposure time then combines them all into one shot.
Focus Stacking gives your images a whole new artistic dimension by adding a deep focus from the foreground to the background. It’s created when the OM-1 automatically takes a series of shots then stiches them together into one beautifully rendered composite image. Focus Stacking Mode is mostly used in macro photography to add depth and drama to images of insects, spider webs and flowers. You can also use it in landscape photography to convey a strong sense of place.
Now your photos will have wider and more expressive dynamic range with outstanding contrast and clarity. You’ll see darker shadows and brighter highlights to create more visually arresting shots.
Capturing the galaxy has never been easier. Our Starry Sky AF Mode features two settings to take brilliant astro. Our Speed Priority setting works in tandem with the OM-1’s powerful built-in image stabilization system so you can shoot night skies and not worry about focus. Our Accuracy Priority setting lets you use a tripod and a telephoto lens to pinpoint specific stars with incredible precision. One mode. Two settings. And endless starry photos.
Take brighter indoor shots. Anti-Flicker Mode compensates for artificial light by automatically activating the shutter at peak brightness to smooth exposure and color difference between frames.
Sometimes silence is best. This handy mode shuts off all shutter and electronic sounds — perfect for when you need quiet in discrete settings.
Our stacked 20MP BSI Live MOS Sensor is a leap forward for image quality. It uses a revolutionary new way of arranging imaging elements to let more light in while boosting low light performance. Your photos will have breathtaking resolution with low noise and rich dynamic range of expression from shadows to highlights.
OM SYSTEM Ambassador Brooke Bartleson
There are fast cameras. Then there’s the OM-1. You’ll find it has all the speed you could want to easily capture the fastest moving subjects, and life itself.
The high-speed Electronic Viewfinder operates at 120fps and helps you clearly see subjects, even in the dark.
With an astounding 1,053 all cross-type focus points, you’ll track, focus and capture the fastest, most challenging subjects with unparalleled precision.
Talk about blazing speed. Shoot a continuous 120fps of 20MP in RAW and ensure you’ll never miss a critical moment.
See the world as it really is through our Electronic Viewfinder. It works with Live View so you can see images in real time and at 120fps gives you a clear view in low light or even in the dark. Nearly 6 million dots offer spectacular resolution while a display delay of a barely perceptible 0.005 seconds keeps pace with the fastest moving subjects.
The more autofocus tracking points, the better. That’s why the OM-1 has 1,053 point all Cross Quad Pixel AF for high-precision focusing. Every point is cross-type, enabling detection of vertical and horizontal lines for unmatched accuracy. It’s advanced autofocusing technology that ensures you’ll capture it all, anytime, anywhere.
When you’re in a shooting situation and need lots of speed to capture a quick moving subject or split-second action, count on the OM-1. Using the silent electronic shutter you’ll be able to take a burst of 120fps in RAW. In AF/AE Tracking, you can take a burst of 50fps without distracting blackouts or display lags. Always know exactly what you’re shooting.
When you’re shooting portraits, faces are everything. Our newly revamped Advanced Face Detection AF offers greater precision, tracking and response to help you take portraits to a whole new level of beautiful.
Concentrate on framing your shot instead of focusing. The OM-1 is able to detect and lock on certain subjects all by itself. It’s called AI Detection AF. The camera identifies subjects like a car, plane, train, dog or a bird — you choose the mode — and it automatically pinpoints, then focuses. All you have to do is compose your shot and let the camera do the rest.
Capturing action that lasts a fraction of a second is nearly impossible. But not with our Pro Capture Mode. When you press the shutter button down halfway, it begins buffering a running series of photos at 120fps. When you see the moment you want, fully press the shutter and the camera saves that moment plus the buffered shots. Never miss a shot again because of a slow reaction.
When you’re busy composing, focusing, and shooting switching between manual and autofocus slows you down. That’s why we added a dedicated AF button. It’s right by the AEL button so you’ll always be able to find it quickly.
Our stacked 20MP BSI Live MOS Sensor is a leap forward for image quality. It uses a revolutionary new way of arranging imaging elements to let more light in while boosting low light performance. Your photos will have breathtaking resolution with low noise and rich dynamic range of expression from shadows to highlights.
OM SYSTEM Ambassador Chris Eyre-Walker
This is one camera you can be sure will perform perfectly in the toughest conditions.
Adverse conditions are a fact of life. The OM-1 is splashproof, dustproof and comes with an impressive IP53 rating.
Change lenses outdoors without worrying about getting the sensor dusty. Our Supersonic Wave Filter shakes dust and dirt away for pristine images.
The ultimate in durability. Rigorous testing proves that the OM-1’s shutter has a reliable lifespan of more than 400,000 actuations.
You’re on a shoot and suddenly it starts pouring. Or you’re working in a desert and a furious wind blows sand everywhere. Maybe you’re taking snowboarding photos and the temperature is below freezing. The OM-1 handles all of it. You don’t even need to carry protective gear like rain jackets. A sophisticated system of seals keeps the weather out, so you can work at your best without needing to worry about your camera.
Shooting in dusty, dirty environments is always a challenge. The OM-1 makes it easy. Our Supersonic Wave Filter keeps the sensor clean so your images are free from unwanted artifacts. It oscillates 30,000 times a second to instantly shake dust and dirt off the sensor to keep your images spotless.
The OM-1 comes with one of the industry’s most durable shutter units. It’s been tested to be reliable for 400,000 actuations. That means you’ll get a long shutter life you can count on to perform perfectly.
Work for hours thanks to long battery life. The camera comes with our new high capacity BLX-1 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery that gives you 510 shots. You can also keep using the camera while the batteries are being recharged so the work doesn’t have to stop. Our battery charger is sold separately and can charge two batteries at once.
The OM-1’s TruePic X processor drives 2 UHS-II compatible card slots that deliver breathtaking data transfer speeds.
Finding the exact function you want is a whole lot easier, especially for first time users. The menu is more intuitive so you save time and shoot more efficiently.
This feature helps save time with photo editing. You can mark your shots with one to four stars so you can sort through your images faster in post-production.
Our free smart device app is called OI. Share and it uses Wi-Fi to seamlessly connect to your camera. You can instantly transfer photos and video, upload images to social sites and operate the camera remotely.
If you shoot in a studio, you’ll appreciate being able to use OM Capture to connect the OM-1 to a laptop or monitor for instant viewing of your images. Make adjustments on the fly and work with greater productivity.
BLE stands for Bluetooth Low Energy and it’ll help you conserve your camera’s battery power. It’s a Bluetooth connection that remains in sleep or low energy mode until its needed so your camera’s battery lasts longer.
We’ve upgraded our popular photo management and editing software to make post-production easier and more efficient than ever.
The OM-1 isn’t just a camera, it’s a sum of the system. Don’t forget to couple it with our pro-lineup of lenses and essential accessories like battery handgrips and a battery charger.
Our stacked 20MP BSI Live MOS Sensor is a leap forward for image quality. It uses a revolutionary new way of arranging imaging elements to let more light in while boosting low light performance. Your photos will have breathtaking resolution with low noise and rich dynamic range of expression from shadows to highlights.
OM SYSTEM Ambassador Chris Eyre-Walker
You’ll have all the features for making beautifully cinematic, 4K movies. You’ll capture clean, always crisp videos with high dynamic range that get noticed.
Shoot in smooth, spectacular ultra-high resolution 4K/60p or capture high-speed, full high definition video at 240p.
If 120fps at FHD wasn’t enough, how about 240FPS?
Shoot in OM-Log to capture the maximum amount of dynamic range in challenging conditions and use the LUT to easily grade your color.
Shooting in 4K gives you stunningly detailed and exceptionally vibrant video that would play smoothly on the largest screens. The OM-1 can also capture FHD at the standard 240p that looks beautiful on practically any screen You can also shoot at a high bit rate in a variety of frame sizes including H.264 and H.265.
Slow things down and capture the ultimate in slow motion video. 240 frames per second at full HD is a feat on its own. With the new TruePic X processor, the OM-1 can now get the crack of the bat at a ball game, slow down the tongue of a chameleon, and even capture the flight of a hummingbird.
Lighting can change quickly especially if you’re working on the fly. Shooting in OM-Log Mode compared to Flat maximizes dynamic range to keep your video looking clean and crisp without losing details in shadow or highlights. A new Look Up Table (LUT) lets you see an image on location that’s close to the color you might want your final image to look like after color grading.
Shoot in 10bit 4:2:2 RAW format for easier and quicker post-production editing. You can also output RAW video to external equipment like the Atomos Ninja V and Ninja V+.
HLG stands for Hybrid Gamma Log. When you shoot video in HLG Mode, it enhances brightness, sharpness and color that goes way beyond Standard Dynamic Range.
The OM-1 has a full range of features to get great looking video that just the way you want it. You’ll find a zebra pattern to display high and low brightness and help you find the right exposure. The camera’s aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance can be set individually for more creative control. The display can be switched between image quality mode and BT.709 equivalent. We’ve included features that make framing easier and let you record high res audio. All told, this is one camera with everything you need to capture great video.
Our stacked 20MP BSI Live MOS Sensor is a leap forward for image quality. It uses a revolutionary new way of arranging imaging elements to let more light in while boosting low light performance. Your photos will have breathtaking resolution with low noise and rich dynamic range of expression from shadows to highlights.
We sent top photographers on a critical mission: show off the OM-1 expansive range of capabilities. You’ll be as impressed and inspired as we are.
See how the OM-1 will grow with you and be the perfect companion for your adventures.
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Processor | TruePic™ X |
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Effective Resolution (approx.) | 20.4 MP |
AF System | Cross-type phase detection AF (1,053 points), Contrast AF (1,053 points) |
ISO Sensitivity | AUTO ISO: Customisable,LOW (approx.80) ‐ 102400 (Default: 200 - 25600) Manual ISO: LOW (approx.80, approx.100), 200 - 102400 (adjustable in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps) |
Flash | Compatible with all Olympus Flashes |
Viewfinder Resolution Magnification / Coverage | Eye-level OLED Electronic Viewfinder, approx. 5.76M dots Approx. 1.48x - 1.65x / Approx. 100% Field of View |
Monitor | 3.0 inch Vari-angle Touch LCD (approx. 1.62M dots) |
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