- 16.1MP CMOS Micro Four Thirds sensor.
- 9 frames per second continuous shooting.
- 35-area contrast detect AF.
- ISO 200-25,600.
- 1080 HD video.
- Articulated 3.0 inch touchscreen LCD with 610,000 dots.
- Electronic viewfinder with 1,440,000 dots.
- Raw and Raw + JPEG shooting.
- Flash hot shoe and Olympus Wireless RC Flash system compatible.
- Weather-sealed body.
- SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.
Product Description
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A new era in Micro Four Thirds technology is about to begin. The
new, revolutionary mirrorless camera, the OM-D E-M5, has an
exceptionally light and compact body. Its Electronic View Finder
enables photographers to check exposure levels, white balance and
preview Art Filter effects in real-time.What’s in the box:
Olympus OM-D E-M5 Micro Four Thirds Digital Camera (Body Only,
Black), FL-LM2 Flash Unit, BLN-1 Lithium-Ion Battery, BCN-1
Battery Charger, Body Cap, USB Cable, A/V Cable, Shoulder Strap,
Olympus Viewer 2 CD-ROM and 1-Year Limited Warranty.
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to compare all of the Olympus OM line.
From the Manufacturer
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THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW
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A new era in digital SLR technology is about to begin. Up to now,
digital SLRs simply replaced film with an electronic imaging
device, which did not significantly change the products in terms
of size, weight and user interface. The new, revolutionary
mirrorless camera, the OM-D E-M5, has an exceptionally light and
compact body. Its Electronic View Finder enables photographers to
check exposure levels, white balance and preview Art Filter
effects in real-time. When shooting, the photographer can
instantly "create" a truly unique world and preserve it in
exceptional quality. The "world" will be transformed from
something you see to something you "take part" in.
The OM-D is a groundbreaking, new digital interchangeable lens
camera perfect for people who want to "take part", "create", and
"share".
ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER
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The OM-D's new high-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF)
features a 100% field-of-view coverage and 1.15x maximum
magnification that let you totally immerse yourself in your
subject, and actively control image creation. The EVF also
enables you to the focus point for precision focusing in
virtually any shooting situation, and can show you the effect of
Highlight & Shadow Control, White Balance, Exposure Compensation,
Aspect Ratio, and a host of other settings and advanced digital
image processing functions right in the viewfinder. With improved
precision and responsiveness that make it as easy to use as an
optical viewfinder, the OM-D's advanced EVF gives you virtually
unlimited creative control.
HIGH IMAGE QUALITY
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Three key factors contribute to the OM-D's unprecedented image
quality: a wide lineup of M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses for sharp, clear
subject capture, a new 16-megapixel Live MOS image sensor for
rich tonal expression, and an advanced TruePic VI image processor
for superb color fidelity. The optimal balance of these factors
ensures the high resolution, sensitivity, and color accuracy you
need to brilliantly capture the world around you.
FAST AF
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The world's fastest* AF system, FAST AF, has been made even
faster and more accurate on the OM-D. Improved new 3D Tracking AF
assures you won't miss the moment even when subjects move toward
or away from you, and the new high-sensitivity image sensor
ensures superior AF performance even in dim light. *Among digital
cameras with interchangeable lenses available as of February 8,
2012, when using the OLYMPUS M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3
EZ lens with the E-M5, based on Olympus in-house measurement
conditions.
9 FPS HIGH-SPEED SEQUENTIAL SHOOTING
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Thanks to the new 16-megapixel Live MOS image sensor's high-speed
read-out performance, the OM-D offers maximum sequential shooting
at 9 fps, making it easy to capture sports action or fast-moving
subjects such as pets and wildlife. In addition, a compact new
high-speed shutter mechanism enables the OM-D to offer this
performance without compromising the handling advantages of a
light and compact body.
5-AXIS IMAGE STABILIZATION
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The OM-D is equipped with the world's first 5-axis image
stabilization system, and can compensate for vertical,
horizontal, and rotational camera shake that conventional 2-axis
systems of the past have been unable to handle. Built into the
camera body to ensure effective stabilization with all lenses,
its unique 5-axis design makes it particularly effective when
taking high-magnification telephoto s, macro close-ups, and
long exposures. In addition, it can be activated by pressing the
shutter button halfway, so you can also use it to stabilize the
viewfinder image and obtain a crisp, clear view of your subject
that makes it easy to frame and compose your s.
DUST-PROOF & SPLASH-PROOF CONSTRUCTION
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Trouble-free shooting in all environments is assured by our
proven dust-proof and splash-proof technology. Numerous specially
constructed seals throughout the body protect the camera from
sand, dust, rain, and water spray, making it ideal for all kinds
of outdoor shooting. What's more, this protection extends to the
M.ZUIKO ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens, the bundled detachable flash
unit, and the optional HLD-6 grip and power battery holder.
TILTING 3-INCH OLED TOUCHSCREEN
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In addition to offering dial and button controls, the OM-D is the
first Olympus camera to feature a tilting touchscreen monitor for
intuitive fingertip operation. The 3-inch OLED touchscreen
delivers high-resolution images of your subject with rich color
reproduction. It also responds instantly to your touch with fast
operation that makes it easy to focus on subjects, play back
images, and adjust settings such as exposure and white balance.
LENSES AND ACCESSORIES
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In addition to its new electronic motorized M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED
12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with quiet, linear drive AF, the OM-D is
supported by an ever-expanding range of wide-angle, macro,
portrait, and telephoto Micro Four Thirds M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses.
System accessories include cases, straps, filters, external flash
units, and adapters for Four Thirds System lenses and OM
System lenses.