With its unparalleled images, user-friendly features, and bombproof construction, OM SYSTEM’s new OM-5 Mark II camera will keep your smartphone in your pocket where it belongs
Meet the new OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II (Photo: OM SYSTEM)
Published July 1, 2026 02:35PM
When it comes to capturing outdoor adventure in all its glory, smartphone cameras have come a long way but not far enough. Star-filled skies turn to a washy mush of gray-black noise, you need Magic Eye-level sleuthing to identify pixelated wildlife back home, and getting the perfect split-second shot of little grom’s first huck can demand a frustrating amount of trial and error. Point-and-shoots aren’t much better.
This is where a true camera saves the day. But too often that means more weight and bulk and the complication of juggling lenses. Now there’s a better option: The new OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II mirrorless camera lets you have your adventure and get your perfect shot, too.
The new OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II mirrorless cameraOM SYSTEM
Built around the company’s long-standing philosophy that the best camera is the one you’ll actually bring with you, the OM-5 Mark II combines interchangeable-lens versatility with a compact, lightweight design purpose-built for a life outdoors. It disappears into a daypack, its 13-ounce frame feels feather light on a shoulder strap during long treks, and it can stand up to any weather you can handle.
Torrential rain, sneaky dust, miles of mud, subzero temps: The OM-5 Mark II’s rugged, IP53-rated weather-sealed body can keep shooting when conditions go Type II, all the way down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Nowhere is off-limits except underwater.
But all the durability in the world doesn’t matter if your camera is a pain to use. The OM-5 Mark II really shines here, where a suite of set-it-and-forget features help anyone nab pro-level pics. From deep-canyon waterfalls to low-light scenes around the campfire, you can access the right tool for the job instantly from a single dedicated CP button.
OM SYSTEM’s onboard computational photography tools bridge the gap between technical expertise and creativity. Features like Live ND allow photographers to simulate neutral density filters in-camera, making it easier to capture silky waterfalls and whitewater without carrying additional gear. Starry AF locks focus on night skies for eye-popping Milky Way portraits, while Live Composite makes star trails and light painting easy by managing it entirely in camera. Plus, ultra-sharp 4K video can tackle Hollywood-quality filming, and support for vertical video means you can share a reel as soon as you hit cell service.
Captured with the new OM-5 Mark II mirrorless cameraOM SYSTEM
And leave the heavy tripod behind. A five-axis, in-body image stabilization system unlocks the ability to shoot crystal-clear handheld images in low-light situations. Handheld High Res Shot Mode can generate detailed 50MB images without a tripod, and Focus Stacking helps create front-to-back sharpness in broad landscapes and close-up nature photography you’ll want to blow up and frame.
Ultimately, all OM SYSTEM’s tools and tech serve a single philosophy: freedom. By spending less time managing gear and more time immersed in your adventure, you’ll unlock creativity, spontaneity, and better memories back home. In other words, it’s the perfect solution for hikers, travelers, paddlers, climbers, and anyone outside who demands both unparalleled mobility and image quality.
OM SYSTEM inspires people to seek new encounters in the outdoors and experience more adventure in life through the power of visual storytelling.Designed to spark creativity and capture decisive moments never seen before, OM SYSTEM cameras combine outstanding reliability, mobility, and expressive power beyond imagination—perfect for outdoor exploration. From cutting-edge camera systems to learning opportunities and experiences, OM SYSTEM provides the tools and experiences that deepen your connection with nature and enrich every outdoor journey.
