OM System OM-3 Body

20.40 Mpx, 4/3
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Delivered between Wed, 25/6 and Wed, 23/7

Product details

The OM System OM-3 is designed for urban creatives for whom photography is part of their lifestyle. The high-quality metal body in a vintage-inspired design and its compact size make it the perfect everyday companion. Its versatility makes it the perfect camera - from the urban jungle to nature excursions.

Key specifications

Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Image sensor format
4/3
Memory card type
SDSDHCSDXC
Item number
54420936

General information

Manufacturer
OM System
Category
Cameras
Manufacturer no.
V210050SW000
Release date
6/3/2025

Colour

Colour
BlackSilver
Exact colour description
BlackSilver

Material

Material group
MetalPlastic
Material
MetalPlastic

Application range

Scene mode
LandscapePortrait
Scope of application
General application

Camera properties

Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Image stabilisation method
Electronic image stabilisation
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Closure type
Mechanical-switch

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
20.40 Mpx
Image resolution
10368 x 7776 pixels
Image sensor type
BSI Live MOS Sensor
Image sensor format
4/3
Image sensor size
17.3 x 13 mm
Supported page ratios
4:3

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
1620000 Pixels
Display functions
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
2360000 Pixels

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus
Autofocus type
Face recognitionPhase-based
Autofocus areas
1053 x

Performance

Shutter speed
1/8000 - 1/60
Min. shutter speed
60 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/8000 s

Video

Max. Video resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Max. refresh rate
30 fps
Max. frame rate
Full HD (30fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SDSDHCSDXC
Number of storage compartments
1

Durability

Durability
Cold resistantDustproofSplashproof
Protection type (IP code)
IP53

Connections

Connections
USB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Origin

Country of origin
Vietnam

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
BLX-1 Li-Ion batteryShoulder strapUSB cable

Product dimensions

Width
139.30 mm
Length
45.80 mm
Height
88.90 mm
Weight
413 g

Package dimensions

Length
19.40 cm
Width
19 cm
Height
14 cm
Weight
1.19 kg

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of return
Return policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

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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.RICOH
    1.7 %
  • 6.Olympus
    1.9 %
  • 6.OM System
    1.9 %
  • 8.Panasonic
    2.1 %
  • 9.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
  • 4.Sony
    8 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 5.OM System
    11 days
  • 7.Panasonic
    12 days
  • 8.Olympus
    13 days

Return rate

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

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.OM System
    2 %
  • 2.Goxtreme
    2.1 %
  • 3.Kodak
    2.9 %
  • 3.Pentax
    2.9 %
  • 5.Olympus
    3.7 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good92/100
Very good86/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseApril 2025
  • PositiveRapid serial images
  • PositiveCompact and lightweight
  • PositiveWeather protection
  • NegativeOnly 20 megapixels
  • NegativeImage noise in low light
  • NegativeSomewhat small viewfinder
Very good92/100
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dkamera.deSingle testReleaseApril 2025
  • PositiveSehr gute Bildqualität und Detailwiedergabe bis etwa ISO 1.600
  • PositiveGute Bildqualität bis etwa ISO 3.200
  • PositiveHochwertig verarbeitetes und robustes Gehäuse aus einer Magnesiumlegierung
  • PositiveDie Kamera ist gegen Staub und Spritzwasser geschützt sowie bis -10 °C kälteresistent
  • PositiveSehr schneller (0,1 Sekunden) und bei Tag präziser Autofokus mit 1.053 Messpunkten
  • PositiveAutofokus mit umfangreicher Motiverkennung
    Very good99/100
    Foto Hits Logo
    Foto HitsSingle testReleaseApril 2025
    • PositiveThe new OM-3 delivers first-class 20 megapixel images. Crisp sharpness and strong contrast are part and parcel of images taken at low to medium ISO levels. The handling of the body and controls is comfortable and intuitive.
    • NegativeEven though the small OLED viewfinder delivers a high-quality image, you might expect a higher-resolution system from a camera in this price range. Instead of 2.36 million RGB pixels, the viewfinder of its big sister delivers a whopping 5.76 million RGB pixels.

    With the new OM-3, OM System bridges the gap between a high-performance camera with state-of-the-art digital technology, which it inherits in a slightly reduced form from its big sister OM-1 Mark II, and an elegant, first-class retro design. If the 20 megapixel Display resolution of the sensor is enough for you and you accept small weaknesses such as the low-resolution viewfinder and the LC display,...

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    digitalkamera.de Logo
    digitalkamera.deSingle testReleaseMarch 2025
    • PositiveVery compact and light
    • Positive Fast, quiet autofocus
    • Positive Soft bokeh
    • Positive Good resolution with moderate edge fall-off
    • NegativePlastic filter thread
    • Negative Strong focus breathing
    Very good90/100
    Foto Magazin Logo
    Rank 1 out of 2Foto MagazinRetro-Systemkameras im TestReleaseMarch 2025

    The new OM system camera is particularly appealing to photographers who have a preference for retro designs. The flat body is more of a disadvantage when using larger lenses. Otherwise, as usual with the Olympus/OM system, the OM-3 has a strong set of features with functions that are missing from most manufacturers, such as the virtual ND filter or Live Composite for long exposures...