Interchangeable lens camera compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System standard, introducing a new global standard with the world's first Live GND (Graded ND) photography function.
This feature expands creative possibilities by leveraging computational photography to replicate the effects of a half ND filter, allowing users to adjust filter steps and types in real time via the EVF or rear LCD. OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II, planned to be released in 2024, is preparing to reveal the wonders of nature.
OM-1 Mark II Highlights
- World's first Live GND shooting function
- Improved AF Performance
- Advanced AI Detection AF
- No-Fade High Speed Sequential
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- High speed EVF
- IP53 rated, weatherproof performance
- High performance IS
- Approximate weight. 511g (body only)
Designed to withstand the harshest outdoor conditions, the OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II features an IP53-rated splash- and dust-resistant design with a rugged body built to withstand freezing temperatures down to -10°C. This flagship model marks the birth of a new flagship model by bringing together cutting-edge technology that includes up to 8.5 stops of 5-axis in-body image stabilization, a 20 Megapixel stacked BSI Live MOS sensor and the latest TruePic X image processor.
Experience expanded imaging capabilities beyond traditional sensor limitations with 50M Handheld High-Resolution Shot (approx.) and 80M Tripod High-Resolution Shot (approx.) functions; Get exceptional clarity while minimizing noise for RAW shots. The OM-1 Mark II's advanced AWB algorithm ensures precise color reproduction by seamlessly adapting to different lighting conditions for accurate color tones in every frame.
Developed using deep learning technologies, AI Detection AF recognizes a wide range of objects including birds, animals, cars and more, and now includes people; improves autofocus for exceptional clarity even under the most challenging conditions.
Improving high-speed shooting performance, the OM-1 Mark II's advanced memory allows for a greater number of consecutive shots. With Pro Capture, users can capture fleeting moments at up to 120fps during AF/AE lock and approximately 50fps during AF/AE tracking.
From improved gripping surfaces to vertical video support, the OM-1 Mark II addresses user comfort and convenience. Additionally, it supports UVC/UAC connections to computers for webcam use, meeting modern connectivity needs and providing an intuitive experience.
Complete with accessories such as the HLD-10 Power Battery Holder and RM-WR1 Wireless Remote Control, this flagship model offers greater functionality and convenience. OM Workspace image editing software and OM Capture camera control software provide advanced editing features and seamless camera control, providing a comprehensive and advanced photography experience.
OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II For Detailed Information:
OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II Features and Technology Detail
High quality images thanks to stacked BSI Live MOS sensor and TruePic X image processor
OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II integrates the state-of-the-art 20 Megapixel Stacked BSI Live MOS sensor along with the advanced TruePic X image processor. This dynamic duo, combined with renowned high-resolution M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses, delivers the highest quality images ever produced by an OM SYSTEM camera. The advanced AWB algorithm delivers vibrant color reproduction even in challenging lighting conditions such as mixed lighting, ensuring precise color tones across a variety of light sources for stunning photos.
Additionally, the OM-1 Mark II features powerful 5-axis in-body image stabilization, increasing body-only compensation by up to 8.5 stops, as well as 5-axis sync IS 5 , further expanding handheld shooting possibilities. allowing the user to take steady shots while maintaining agility and mobility.
The world's first camera that allows users to control half ND filter effects while simultaneously reviewing GND steps and related types
Meet the world's first Live GND (Graduated ND) shooting function; This is a groundbreaking technology that uses computational photography to replicate the effects of using half ND, accurately controlling the brightness and darkness in the image to create stunning outputs. Thanks to live GND capture, users can seamlessly adjust filter steps (GND2, GND4, or GND8) and types (Soft, Medium, or Hard) in real time via the EVF or rear LCD. This innovative approach allows for precise customization of the position and angle of the effect, allowing photographers to effortlessly create the images they envision. Without the need for physical filters attached to the lens, this feature allows photographers to take advantage of half ND effects even on lenses without filter threads, significantly expanding creative expression in genres such as landscape photography. Expanding capabilities even further, the OM-1 Mark II increases the cap on step counts in popular Live ND shooting to ND128, allowing the camera to handle scenarios requiring larger step counts.
OM-1 Mark II offers powerful imaging capabilities with functions such as approximately 50M Handheld High Definition Shots and approximately 80M Tripod High Definition Shots. These functions produce high-resolution images that exceed sensor limitations by combining multiple images and reducing noise by nearly two ISO sensitivity steps. They allow 14-bit RAW recording for excellent high-resolution footage. Complementing these features are useful computational photography functions such as Live Composite, which selectively brightens bright areas, and Focus Stacking, which controls depth of field for precise subject focus and depth of field.
Advanced AI Detection AF now includes human recognition
Developed using deep learning technologies, AI Detection AF has been developed to recognize a wide range of objects, including people, formula racing cars, motorcycles, planes, helicopters, trains, birds and common animals such as dogs and cats. This integration seamlessly enhances the well-established Face Priority/Eye Priority AF, significantly improving autofocus capabilities. It excels at accurately identifying objects even when people are in profile, facing away, or obscured by hidden facial features.
AI Detection AF takes advantage of the fast computing ability of the TruePic X image processor to provide instant real-time detection of subject movements. It accurately tracks objects within the frame, ensuring they stay in focus without any loss, and expands the rider's ability to track complex details like their helmets or the eyes of birds and other animals; This is something that is not possible with human operation. It offers the ability to detect and track up to eight objects, giving users the flexibility to choose their preferred target to create engaging images.
Usability improvements have been made to allow easy configuration of object detection settings in the Super Control Panel. This streamlined feature empowers stress-free shooting experiences, giving users greater control over their photographic work.
Improved memory capacity allows significantly more consecutive shots, resulting in improved high-speed shooting performance
The OM-1 Mark II has Pro Capture, which starts recording when the shutter button is pressed halfway (version 1), and records and saves previous frames from the moment the shutter button is fully pressed (version 2). This ensures users never miss split-second moments due to human reaction time, enabling high-speed sequential shooting at up to 120fps during AF/AE lock and approximately 50fps during AF/AE tracking, enabling fast-moving subjects to be captured.
Equipped with extended buffer memory, the OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II allows retrospective capture of approximately 99 frames in Pro Capture mode; this is an increase from the previous OM-1's 70 frames. In sequential shooting, the OM-1 Mark II can capture approximately 219 frames in JPEG at approximately 120 fps, or 213 frames in RAW shooting; This is a dramatic improvement in the OM-1's high-speed shooting capability of approximately 92 frames each.
IP53-rated dust and splash-proof performance for shooting in harsh environments with reliable dust reduction system
The OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II features strategic sealing at appropriate locations throughout its rugged, lightweight magnesium alloy body, providing IP53-rated dust and splash-proof performance. This structure guarantees reliable operation even in harsh conditions, maintains functionality at temperatures down to -10°C and allows shooting in the harshest environments.
Its viewfinder is 5.76 million-dot organic EL (OLED), offering high resolution and easy-to-view viewfinder magnification of 0.83x, minimum display lag of 0.005 seconds6, and high-speed imaging performance of 120 fps. This offers clarity similar to an optical viewfinder, allowing users to view objects even in low-light scenarios and preview the image before activating the shutter, which are characteristic advantages of electronic viewfinders. It also has an anti-fog coating that prevents fog formation, providing a clear field of view even when shooting in rainy conditions.
The OM-1 Mark II features a reliable dust reduction system that prevents dust particles from accumulating on the image sensor surface from internal components or during lens changes. This robust system significantly reduces the presence of dust and debris in captured images, contributing to the ongoing reliability of the system.
Other Specifications
- Improved menu usability on the right by assigning the trash can button as a menu shortcut; especially useful when using a telephoto lens.
- High-speed sequential shooting (SH2) settings with AF/AE tracking now include 12.5fps and 16.7fps.
- When shooting continuously at 25 fps or lower, the minimum shutter speed is set to 1/160 sec.
- Improved finger grip on dial surfaces using elastomer treatments.
- Compatibility with UVC (USB Video Class) / UAC (USB Audio Class) allows seamless connection to a PC for use as a webcam.
- It offers convenient vertical video capture support, ideal for social media platforms and similar applications.
