Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III

12 - 40 mm, 20.40 Mpx, Micro Four Thirds

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. Achieve a new dimension
of professionalism without burdening yourself with heavy equipment. The new TruePic IX image processor, a highly precise and fast autofocus system and various unique shooting functions, together with the high-quality M.Zuiko lenses, enable you to achieve 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 the world's best image stabilization with compensation of up to 7.5 EV steps (5-axis Sync-IS). This allows you to take pictures 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 alloy 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 for approximately 50 megapixel images without using a tripod. The Tripod High-Reshot function allows users to shoot ultra-high resolution RAW and JPEG images equivalent to an 80-megapixel image.

The new M. Zuiko Digital ED 12-40 mm 1:2.8 has been developed to meet the needs of professional photographers in every respect. It is the first lens in the new PRO category. In combination with the OM-D, the user can look forward to an incredibly fast AF performance. With an aperture of 1:2.8 over the entire focal length range (24-80 mm for a 35 mm camera), technologies such as MSC and the manual focus mechanism, high-quality image results are guaranteed in a wide variety of photographic situations. Dust and splash-proof, it is always ready when you need it.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
15 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Kit
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
Micro Four Thirds
Autofocus type
Phase-based
Item number
12718121

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
V207101BE000
Release date
11.2.2020
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Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scene mode
Portrait
Underwater
Scope of application
Professional use
Travel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH
EU
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Kit
Image stabilisation method
Optical
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
Automatic
Custom modes
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
Image sensor size
17.3 x 13 mm
Crop factor
2
Supported page ratios
4:3
Min. ISO sensitivity
64
Max. ISO Sensitivity
25600

Camera lens properties

Focal length
12 - 40 mm
Min. focal length
12 mm
Max. focal length
40 mm
Optical zoom
3.33 x
Lens equipment
Filter thread
Filter thread
62 mm

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
Manual focus
Minimum focus distance
20 cm
Autofocus type
Phase-based
Autofocus areas
800 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
60p
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
134.10 mm
Length
134 mm
Height
90.90 mm
Weight
580 g

Package dimensions

Length
27.60 cm
Width
20.30 cm
Height
12.10 cm
Weight
2.04 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.RICOH
  • 7.AGFAPHOTO
  • 8.Olympus
  • 9.Kodak
  • 10.Goxtreme

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
  • 6.Sony
  • 7.RICOH
  • 8.Olympus
  • 8.OM System
  • 8.Panasonic

Return rate

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

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Fujifilm
  • 7.Sony
  • 8.Olympus
  • 9.Nikon
  • 9.Panasonic
Source: Galaxus

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Very good86/100Rank 4 out of 7
Stiftung Warentest7 DigitalkamerasReleaseAugust 2020

Very good weatherproof system camera. For the highest demands. With very good electronic viewfinder, large image converter and network function. Top score in the eye test. Very good monitor to fold (by 225 degrees) and swivel (by 180 degrees), very fast camera, basic operations work very easily, many extras and functions. Disadvantage: very expensive.