OM System Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III Body Silver

Before I give my review of this awesome camera, a little background on my photography journey. I learned the basics of photography on a Nikon D5300 (over 5yrs ago), then over time I upgraded to a full frame D750. After years of shooting for fun and semi-professionally, I decided to down size and I purchased a used Olympus Em10 mark I. This is when I fell in love with the M43 format as the size and portability allowed me to take my camera everywhere and with that, some of my favorite images were on my Olympus. Coupled with some good glass like the Panny 20mm 1.7, the images were amazing and SHARP.Fast forward to today, I decided to try out the new Nikon Z50 as a way to go full Nikon and possibly get rid of my Olympus. Not because of image quality, but the autofocus on the Em10 Mark I (over 7 yr old camera) was slow especially when trying to track my daughter. I used the Z50 for a little over a week and sure the images were great as was the autofocus, but I hated having to use the Z adapter to use my other glass as it added more bulk which defeated the purpose of such a small camera. To sum things up, I returned the Z50 and ultimately purchased the Olympus em5 mark iii and I could not be happier. The Em5 mark iii sensor is a big improvement from the older 16mp m43 sensor, the dynamic range is GREAT, low light has definitely improved, and 20mp is perfect for whatever I need to shoot. As for image comparisons with the Z50 vs Em5 iii, I can honestly say the the Em5 iii is neck and neck with the Z50. The kit lens on the Z50 is stellar and portrays excellent color and sharpness but nothing the Em5 iii can't do. Once you throw on some good glass, the Olympus really shows you what it can do and that updated sensor shines!Overall, I am extremely happy with this camera. The JPEG colors are vibrant and pop, the stabilization is incredible, the autofocusing is SOOOO much better, the PRO capture is awesome for bird photography, and the EVF is probably the best I've used. If you're a M43 user or someone looking into getting into the format, this is a great camera with the ability to shoot casually AND professionally especially with the amazing M43 glass out there. A++

Love Olympus. Great replacement for my older camera. Photos are fabulous.

My "goldilocks" travel camera. Smaller and lighter than my Canon APSC camera and has more features, controls, and interchangeable lens versus my 1 inch sensor Panasonic camera. Went to Utah Mighty 5 National Parks and it took great pictures and was easy to carry on hikes. I wasn't concerned with dust/rain since the camera is weather proofed. I got the Oly14-150mm lens which is a great all around lens and is also weather proofed. The IBIS was very helpful especially at full zoom.

This is a great camera for anyone who is just starting taking photos. There is so much you can do with this camera that I do not forsee needing to upgrade as I will never be a professional photographer. The micro four thirds lens system is well supported and lenses are much cheaper compared to full size lenses. I have had this camera for 7 months and I am still learning new functions. The camera and lenses are small enough that all I need is a small bag for a lens or two and a good wrist/neck strap for keep it at the ready.It can also take video in 4k/30, but I usually just record in 1080/60 to conserve storage space on sd cards. The built in microphone is pretty good, but there is a port to attach a higher quality microphone should you need it.

I upgraded to this from the OMD-EM5 mark 2. I really loved the mark 2, but wanted 120 FPS, and the bit extra MP. This camera did not disappoint. I use it on the road for both photo and video and it's small size, great stabilization, and capabilities work well. I have no issues with the body being plastic, or some sort of plastic. That keeps the weight down. I got if over the OMD-EM1 mark 2 because of the size (for about the same price). In the end, the camera is a tool, and you have to find one that works for you. The OMD-EM5 mark 3 is pretty much perfect for travel and blogging on the road.

As I get older I am concerned with the weight of my cameras and lenses, which is why I've been using m4/3 for a few years. I've generally been satisfied except for HDR. I read that the new sensor has better HDR and I didn't want to "dump"all my lenses. So I bought this small OM, after much "study". It is a beauty and a friends version (E m1 mrkiii same sensor) produces excellent pictures. However, I have "man sized hands"...ML in golf gloves. This body is tiny and way too small for me to comfortably use, so back it went to Amazon. Didn't even actuate the shutter once. They did not confirm the return until I called (8 days later) and have not yet credited my CC. Strange for Amazon since I usually get a confirmation shortly after I drop off the returns at UPSThe agent I spoke with did confirm the return and as requested provided me a confirmation email. (No way to do this online... so I waited on the phone : Actually less than 5 minutes.)Will I continue to use Amazon.. .. yes. Visited my local camera store to buy into a new system. "We have no new models on display". Strange for the largest camera store chain in S. California. I guess everything is online and BB doesn't have stock on OM or Fuji..... except older models.