OM System OM-3 Body

20.40 Mpx, 4/3
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Test reportsVery good based on 2 tests
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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
SDHC, 
SDXC
Item number
54420936

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
V210050SW000
Release date
6.3.2025

Colour

Colour
Black, 
Silver
Exact colour description
Black, 
Silver

Material

Material group
Metal, 
Plastic
Material
Metal, 
Plastic

Application range

Scene mode
Landscape, 
Portrait
Scope of application
General application

Camera properties

Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body only
Image stabilisation method
Electronic image stabilisation
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Flash equipment
Flash integrated
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 recognition, 
Phase-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
UHD 4K
Max. frame rate
Full HD (30fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SDHC, 
SDXC
Number of storage compartments
1

Durability

Durability
Cold resistant, 
Dustproof, 
Splashproof

Connections

Connections
HDMI, 
Microphone, 
USB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Origin

Country of origin
Vietnam

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
BLX-1 Li-Ion battery, 
Shoulder strap, 
USB 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 returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

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
  • 5.RICOH
    1,8 %
  • 6.Olympus
    1,9 %
  • 6.OM System
    1,9 %
  • 8.AGFAPHOTO
    2,2 %
  • 9.Panasonic
    2,3 %

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
    9 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.OM System
    12 days
  • 6.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
    1,9 %
  • 2.Goxtreme
    2,6 %
  • 3.Kodak
    3,1 %
  • 3.Pentax
    3,1 %
  • 5.Canon
    4 %
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good90/100
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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
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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...