Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III

20.40 Mpx, Micro Four Thirds
37Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 7 tests
Currently out of stock
Show all

Product details

The handy and robust design, combined with uncompromising image quality and good image stabilisation, make the E-M1 Mark III your indispensable companion in all weather conditions. Reach a new dimension
of professionalism without having to burden yourself with heavy equipment. The new TruePic IX image processor, a high-precision and fast autofocus system and various unique recording functions, together with the high-quality M.Zuiko lenses, enable professional results anytime, anywhere. By synchronizing the image stabilizer integrated in Sync-IS lenses with the housing's 5-axis image stabilizer, the E-M1 Mark III achieves good image stabilization with compensation of up to 7.5 EV steps (5-axis Sync-IS). This allows you to shoot in dark environments or even supertelephoto shots without using a tripod. Without Sync-IS, the image stabilizer integrated into the housing compensates up to 7.0 EV steps, regardless of the Micro Four Thirds lens used. The robust, magnesium-alloyed housing of the OM-D E-M1 Mark III is dust- and splash-proof as well as frost-proof and thus perfectly suited for use in particularly harsh environments. The new TruePic IX image processor in combination with the 20.4 megapixel live MOS sensor, the wide range of powerful M.Zuiko lenses and 5-axis image stabilization ensures maximum image quality right to the edge of the frame. Users who require higher resolution can use the 50 MP handheld High-Res-Shot function to shoot at approximately 50 megapixels without using a tripod. With the Tripod High-Res-Shot function, you can capture ultra-high resolution RAW and JPEG images equivalent to an 80 megapixel image.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
15 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Documents
Technical data sheet.pdf, 
Manual.pdf
Item number
12718120

General information

Manufacturer
Olympus
Category
Cameras
Manufacturer no.
V207100BE000
Release date
11.2.2020
External links
Manufacturer's site (de)

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scope of application
Professional use, 
Travel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH, 
EU
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
Exposure type
Auto
Exposure compensation
± 3EV in 1/2 steps, 
± 3EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Closure type
Electric, 
Mechanical-switch
Flash modes
Auto, 
Fill-in, 
Flash off, 
Manual, 
Red-eye reduction, 
Slow synchronisation

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
Crop factor
2
Supported page ratios
3:2
Min. ISO sensitivity
64
Max. ISO Sensitivity
25600

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
1040000 Pixels
Display functions
Fold-out, 
Tilt and swivel, 
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
2600000 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus
Minimum focus distance
20 cm
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Autofocus areas
121 x

Performance

Shutter speed
60 - 1/8000 s
Min. shutter speed
60 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/32000 s
Continuous shooting mode
15 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
4096 x 2160 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
UHD 4K
Max. refresh rate
24p
Max. frame rate
4K (24fps), 
Full HD (25fps), 
Full HD (30fps), 
Full HD (60fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG, 
RAW
Video file formats
AVI, 
H.264, 
mov

Durability

Durability
Splashproof
Waterproof
Splash-proof

Connections

Connections
3.5mm headphones

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Battery properties

Power capacity
12.72 Wh

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
User manual

Product dimensions

Width
10 mm
Length
134 mm
Height
69 mm
Weight
580 g

Package dimensions

Length
20 cm
Width
16.50 cm
Height
11.50 cm
Weight
1.40 kg

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
  • 6.OM System
  • 7.AGFAPHOTO
  • 7.Olympus
  • 9.Panasonic
  • 10.Kodak

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
  • 7.Sony
  • 8.Panasonic
  • 9.Olympus
  • 9.OM System
  • 11.Fujifilm

Return rate

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

Source: Galaxus
  • 8.Nikon
  • 8.Panasonic
  • 10.Olympus
  • 11.AGFAPHOTO
  • 12.RICOH
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good91/100
Very good90/100
DigitalPhoto Logo
DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseAugust 2022

Great image quality, a vast range of features and first-class handling - there is little room for criticism. With a new price of 1,429 euros, the OM-D is considerably cheaper than at market launch. ...

Very good94/100
dkamera.de Logo
dkamera.deSingle testReleaseFebruary 2021
  • PositiveVery good image quality (up to ISO 800)
  • PositiveEven high ISO values up to ISO 3,200 can still be used relatively well
  • PositiveThe robust manesium housing is protected against dust and splash water as well as being frost-proof
  • PositiveThe camera feels very good in the hand
  • PositiveVery high frame rate with electric shutter (in the lab: 60 fps for 50 RAW images in series).
  • PositiveFast and accurate AF (focusing incl. shutter lag only 0.11 seconds)