Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III Review

We were lucky enough to be the first to review the new Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III in the UK and here we’ll put it through its paces. We’re going to review the camera for its photography and filming capabilities. We’ll look at all the new features and take it on a model shoot.

For the camera specifications, product links and a better look at the images taken in this video, scroll down this page.


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Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III main specifications

  • Unique Live Composite mode for light painting and star trails

  • Pro Capture mode to capture split-second moments (up to 14 frames)

  • Tripod High-Res Shot for 50M high-resolution images

  • Focus Bracketing & Focus Stacking for close-up shots

  • Large, high-visibility viewfinder

  • 1/8000 second high-speed mechanical shutter

  • Custom mode to save personalized settings

  • Wi-Fi image transfer to smartphones, connectivity via Bluetooth

  • USB charging

  • Anti-flicker shooting and flicker scan

  • Scene modes and art filters for easy handling and creative options

  • Very compact & lightweight body allowing for maximum shooting flexibility

  • Olympus’ acclaimed weather-sealing ensuring dust-, splash-, & freezeproofness

  • 20.4 MP Live MOS sensor with renowned SSWF technology for dust reduction

  • Compact in-body 5-axis image stabilization unit with up to 6.5 EV steps of compensation4

  • TruPicVIII image processor for high-speed responsiveness and unique shooting features

  • 121-point all cross-type on-chip phase detection AF system with various AF target modes and settings

  • Iconic design with superb ergonomic controls

  • Dimensions: W 125.3mm x H 85.2mm x D 49.7mm

  • Weight: approx. 366g (body only), 414g (with battery and SD card)

  • Available in silver or black

  • “OM-D Movie” video features: 4K and C4K, Different levels of IS, 120 fps high-speed shooting in Full HD, Microphone Jack


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Product Links

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark IIIClick here

Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm Pancake Lens

UK - https://amzn.to/2IEHL0i

USA and rest of World - https://amzn.to/2ICg7RG

Feiyu G6 Plus Portable Handheld Gimbal

UK - https://amzn.to/2M36XQd

USA and rest of World - https://amzn.to/324xL8g

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Example pictures taken with the E-M5 Mark III

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 500 – Focal Length 40mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 500 – Focal Length 40mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 1000 – Focal Length 38mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 1000 – Focal Length 38mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 320 – Focal Length 25mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 320 – Focal Length 25mm


f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 400 – Focal Length 25mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 400 – Focal Length 25mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 320 – Focal Length 40mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 320 – Focal Length 40mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 800 – Focal Length 40mm

f 2.8 – 1/125 sec. – ISO 800 – Focal Length 40mm


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