Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II

20.40 Mpx, Micro Four Thirds
22Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 8 tests
Currently out of stock

Product details

Next-generation Olympus engineering has created the Micro Four Thirds camera of the future – today: the new OM-D E-M1 Mark II. An advanced system of innovative technology and features designed to forever change the power of photography.

The name of the game is speed – and with the E-M1 Mark II, photographers have the ultimate in rapid response and performance in the palm of their hand. Up to 60 frames per second. Like never before.

Equipped with 121 all cross-type on-chip phase detection focus points, the E-M1 Mark II features a revolutionary AF system which not only redefines speed and performance, but precision too.

Always ready for any photo assignment in the world, the E-M1 Mark II body weighs in at a mere 500g. Together with its robust construction, this compact camera goes where DSLR cameras can’t.

Renowned Olympus mirrorless camera technologies and new E-M1 Mark II innovations like the 20.4M Live MOS sensor come together to make your next moves in photography lead to brilliant professional results.

The Olympus Pro Service for the E-M1 Mark II and M.Zuiko Digital Micro Four Thirds lenses has been specially designed to meet the demanding needs of professional photographers at all levels. It frees you up, giving you peace of mind and enabling you to concentrate on what’s most important: your photography.

Nature and wildlife, documentary and journalism, or studio portraits and street photography, whatever the genre, Olympus has the right Micro Four Thirds lens. The result of precision craftsmanship since 1936, the wide range of M.Zuiko, M.Zuiko Premium, and M.Zuiko Pro lenses deliver brilliant optical rendering coveted by professionals everywhere.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
60 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Wireless transmission
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Memory card type
SD, 
SDHC, 
SDXC
Item number
5910947

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
V207060BE000
Release date
1.11.2016

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Material group
Metal
Material
Magnesium

Camera properties

Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
Automatic, 
Flash, 
Fluorescent, 
Glowing, 
Sunny, 
umbra
Exposure type
Aperture priority AE
Exposure compensation
± 5EV in 1/2 steps, 
± 5EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Self-timer delay
12 s, 
2 s

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
20.40 Mpx
Image resolution
5184 x 3888 pixels
Image sensor type
Live MOS sensor
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Image sensor size
17.3 x 13 mm
Crop factor
2
Min. ISO sensitivity
125
Max. ISO Sensitivity
25600

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
1037000 Pixels

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
2360000 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Autofocus areas
121 x

Performance

Shutter speed
60 - 1/8000 s
Continuous shooting mode
60 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Max. frame rate
HD (60fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD, 
SDHC, 
SDXC
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG, 
RAW
Video file formats
AVI, 
H.264, 
Motion jpeg, 
mov, 
MPEG-4

Durability

Durability
Splashproof
Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
3.5mm headphones, 
3.5mm microphone, 
Micro HDMI (Type D), 
USB 2.0, 
USB-C

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Bolt of lightning, 
Cable clip, 
Shoulder strap, 
USB cable

Product dimensions

Width
134.10 mm
Length
68.90 mm
Height
90.90 mm
Weight
574 g

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Fujifilm
    1,7 %
  • 5.RICOH
    1,8 %
  • 6.Olympus
    1,9 %
  • 6.OM System
    1,9 %
  • 8.AGFAPHOTO
    2,2 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.Panasonic
    12 days
  • 7.Olympus
    13 days
  • 7.OM System
    13 days
  • 9.Fujifilm
    15 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Pentax
    3,1 %
  • 5.Canon
    4 %
  • 6.Olympus
    4,3 %
  • 7.Fujifilm
    5,1 %
  • 7.Sony
    5,1 %
Source: Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good89/100
Very good100/100
DigitalPhoto Logo
DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseDecember 2020
  • PositiveSehr gute Bildqualität, insb. bei viel Licht
  • PositiveIntegrierter Bildstabilisator
  • PositiveStarkes AF-System inkl. Gesichtserkennung
  • PositiveRasantes Serienbild: 15,3 B/s
  • Positive4K-Video und Zeitlupenfunktion in Full HD
  • PositiveWetterfestes Gehäuse
    Very good91/100
    Foto Magazin Logo
    Rank 7 out of 13Foto MagazinSystemkameras - Preiswert einsteigenReleaseJune 2020

    Wer nicht auf den Sucher verzichten will, kann zur aktuellen OM-D E-M1 Mark III (siehe ausführlichen Test in fM 11/17 und auf www.fotoMAGAZIN.de) oder zur immer noch erhältlichen Vorgängerin E-M1 Mark II greifen. Wie die E-PL10 nutzen beide OM-Ds noch den älteren 16-Megapixel-Sensor und erzielen bei der Bildqualität ähnliche Ergebnisse...

    Very good84/100
    Computer Bild Logo
    Rank 6 out of 8Computer BildSpezial Kameras - 8 System- und Spiegelreflexkameras über 1000 EuroReleaseJuly 2019
    • Positivesehr schnell bei Serien
    • PositiveHohe Bildqualität
    • NegativeBei sehr hoher ISO-Einstellung Schärfeverlust

    Mit knappen Budget heißt es wählen: jedes Motiv heranholen mit der Sony Cybershot HX350 (300 Euro) oder doch lieber richtig gute Fotos mit der Nikon D3500 (340 Euro). Wer mehr ausgeben, aber wenig mitnehmen will, greift zur Sony Cybershot RX100 VI (1140 Euro), einer Mini-Kamera mit Maxi-Qualität...

    Very good90/100
    Fototest Logo
    FototestSingle testReleaseOctober 2018

    Der Live-MOS-Sensor mit 20 Megapixeln liefert insgesamt eine gute Bildqualität, die aber eine differenzierte Betrachtung erfordert. Von ISO 64 bis ISO 800 ist die Auflösung hoch und die Bilder sind weitgehend frei von Artefakten. Ab ISO 1.600 nimmt die Auflösung etwas ab und in den Bildern erkennt man mehr Moire- und Aliasing-Artefakte...

    Very good91/100
    DigitalPhoto Logo
    DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseApril 2017
    • PositiveIntegrierter, leistungsstarker Bildstabilisator
    • PositiveTolle Bildqualität bis einschließlich ISO 1600
    • PositiveRasant: bis zu 60 B/s in voller Auflösung
    • PositiveGroßartige Ausstattung
    • PositiveVideoauflösung in bis zu 4096 x 2160 px
    • PositiveWetterfestes Gehäuse
      Very good81/100
      Computer Bild Logo
      Rank 2 out of 2Computer BildProfis ohne SpiegelReleaseApril 2017

      Gewinner im Duell der zwei Topkameras ist die Sony Alpha 6500. Sie bietet den besten Mix aus hohem Tempo, guter Ausstattung und toller Bildqualität. Die Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II schwächelt dagegen etwas, wenn`s dunkler wird. Sie ist aber als extrem schnelle und wetterfeste Kamera für Outdoor- und Action-Fotografen erste Wahl.

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