Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II Silver

MPN: E-M5 MARKIISLV  |  EAN: 4545350048297  |  Model: OM-D E-M5 Mark II

Price Information

£534.99

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:40 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II Silver - E-M5 MARKIISLV Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Time-lapse Videos
Very Good
Travel
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Just Right
Wildlife Photography
Very Good
Everyday Life Photography
Very Good
Event Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Very Good
Events Photography
Very Good
Home Videos
Very Good
Vlogging
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Very Good
Sports Photography
Very Good
Slow Motion Videos
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Very Good
WiFi Connectivity
Very Good
Dust-proof
Very Good
Regular Looks
Very Good
Bluetooth Connectivity
Very Good
Camera Body Only
Just Right

Kind of Camera

The Mirror-less Camera is a very good option for taking those shots with a professional flair. The ability to change lenses and tweak a variety of photo settings can be quite powerful. 

Photography Skillset

Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Olympus device works!

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the OM-D E-M5 Mark II is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 81 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. Also, the presence of its built-in Image stabilizer does help with making your clips look smooth and steady.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 17.3 x 13.0 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables.

Other Video needs

Slow motion recordings add an extra dimension of fun and entertainment. This camera comes with an in-built setting that enables this mode.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Olympus's in-built intervalometer

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Photo Scenarios

In taking those celestial photographs, the image sensor size a key component which measures at 17.3 x 13.0 mm (mm) for this particular camera model. You'll also want to shoot using the RAW file format to maximise the details you capture. Good news is, this camera supports that format!

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II for aquatic photos is a treat.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 17.3 x 13.0 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Since this camera is certified as dust-proof, it does gives it at an added advantage over regular cameras. This way you can be rest assured the OM-D E-M5 Mark II will cater for your outdoor needs.

Style

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the OM-D E-M5 Mark II is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II Silver - E-M5 MARKIISLV Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Mirrorless
Dustproof Yes
Material Magnesium, Plastic
Operating Temperature (T-T) -10 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black, Silver
Splash Proof Yes
Camera
3D Photo Yes
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Image Formats Supported JPEG, MPO, RAW
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Scene Modes Portrait, e-Portrait, Landscape, Landscape + Portrait, Sport, Hand-held Starlight*1, Night scene, Night + Portrait, Children, High Key, Low Key, DIS mode, Macro, Nature Macro, Candle, Sunset, Documents, Panorama, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, Fisheye Conv., Wi
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Sunlight, Underwater
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Wireless Flash Mode 1
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 81
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 100, 200, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Light Metering Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 60 - 1/8000 s
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 60 s
Video
Analog Signal Format System NTSC, PAL
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 60 fps
Slow-Mo Capable 1
Speakers 1
Supported Aspect Ratios 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVI, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported LPCM, WAV
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Microphone Port - Size 3.5
Wind Filter Yes
Lens System
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Micro Four Thirds
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3
Flip-out Screen Yes
Touchscreen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 to +2
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 1.48 x
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 17.3 x 13.0 mm
Megapixel 16.1 MP
Sensor Type CMOS
Other Features
Interval Recording 1
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type BLN‑1
Networking
Wi-Fi Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 44.5 mm
Height 85 mm
Weight 417 g
Width 123.7 mm
Memory
Memory Slots 1
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 30 - 90 %