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OM Digital Solutions Corporation has announced the OM-5 Mark II, a refined iteration of their popular mirrorless camera that places an emphasis on video capabilities for content creators and filmmakers working in challenging outdoor environments. The camera incorporates a 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds sensor and can shoot up to 4K DCI (4096×2160) in true 24p, alongside 120fps in Full HD.
Although the changes from its predecessor are not big, the OM-5 Mark II delivers nice video recording capabilities in a compact form factor. The camera features 4K video recording with no time limits, addressing one of the major pain points for videographers who need extended recording sessions. For filmmakers, the camera offers the possibility to record in LOG picture profile (OM-Log400) to preserve rich detail in both highlights and shadows, providing greater flexibility in post-production color grading and exposure adjustments. Also to be found are two new color profiles, the OM Cinema 1 & 2. These are meant to help the user achieve a “cinematic look” to video footage without requiring special processing or grading. Finally, there is a new red indicator lamp on the front of the camera that lights up during recording as well.
Building on OM System’s (and Olympus’ before) reputation for great in-body image stabilisation, the OM-5 Mark II combines multiple stabilisation technologies to deliver smooth footage even in challenging shooting conditions. This makes it particularly appealing for handheld shooting scenarios where traditional stabilisation equipment might be impractical.
The camera features IP53-rated weather sealing and is freeze-proof down to -10°C, as well as being dustproof, making it a good choice for documentary filmmakers, nature videographers, and content creators who need to work in harsh environmental conditions. According to the company, the rugged construction ensures reliable operation whether shooting in dusty desert conditions, humid tropical environments, or cold mountain locations.
OM hasn’t been too much on our radar here at CineD, so it is nice to see that the company is slowly continuing to enhance the video capabilities of their compact cameras. The added “vertical video function” will surely appeal to those who are busy sharing their memories on social media… Last but not least, as with many other modern cameras, a free iOS and Android App can be downloaded for controlling it remotely, or “sharing memories” as the company describes it.
For those purchasing the new camera, OM is now offering a complimentary two-year extended warranty upon registration.
The OM-5 Mark II camera is currently available for pre-order at B&H and will set you back $1,199.99 (body only), $1,599.99 with the 12-45mm f/4 lens, or $1,499.99 with the 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II lens.
Do you use OM cameras for your video production? If so, what is the feature you like most? Please share your thoughts with us in the comment section below.
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Johnnie Behiri is a documentary filmmaker with more than three decades behind the camera: he learned the craft in daily television news gathering, filmed for Japan's public broadcaster NHK, and spent eight years shooting and editing for BBC News. He joined cinema5D in 2011 and has co-owned and co-run CineD and MZed ever since. Johnnie writes many of CineD's camera reviews, co-hosts our weekly Focus Check podcast, and heads CineD's manufacturer relationships and product development.