The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II is an Olympus Micro Four Thirds camera released in 2015, built around an 16.1MP Live MOS sensor. Key features include 5-stop IBIS and weather sealing. This model has been discontinued. It replaces the Olympus OM-D E-M5. It has been succeeded by the Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. At 417g, this is one of the lightest M43 bodies available, 121g below the M43 average of 538g. Step up to the Panasonic Lumix G97 if you want more controls at the cost of 102g extra.
Best for: Travel and outdoor photography
Pros
- 5-stop IBIS for handheld stability
- Weather sealed body
Cons
- Contrast-detect AF only, slower on unpredictably moving subjects
- No 4K video
- No headphone jack for audio monitoring
Travel photography
Weather sealed to IPX1, strong 5-axis IBIS, and a compact body at 469g. The E-M5 II was a benchmark M43 travel camera and remains practical for travel use. The fully articulated screen is useful for shooting from awkward angles. Full guide →
Outdoor photography
Weather sealing and reliable IBIS make the E-M5 II practical for outdoor conditions. At second-hand prices it is an affordable entry to a sealed M43 body with good stabilisation.
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Olympus |
| Status | discontinued |
| Released | 2015-02 |
| Weight | 417g |
| Dimensions | 123.7 × 83.7 × 44.9mm |
| Weather sealed | Yes |
| Screen | Fully articulated |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 16.1MP Live MOS |
| Megapixels | 16.1MP |
| Resolution | 4608 × 3456 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | Yes |
| EVF resolution | 2.36MP |
| EVF magnification | 0.74x |
| Stabilisation | |
| IBIS | Yes |
| IBIS stops | 5 stops |
| Dual IS | No |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Shooting | |
| Video | |
| 4K | No |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | No |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | SD UHS-I |
| HDMI | micro |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Mic port | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Battery | BLS-50 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II have IBIS?
Yes. The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II has in-body image stabilisation rated at 5 stops.
Is the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II weather sealed?
Yes. The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II is weather sealed, which means it is protected against dust and splashing water.
Does the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II shoot 4K video?
No. The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II does not record 4K video.
Does the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
What card does the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II use?
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II has 1 card slot and accepts SD UHS-I cards.
How much does the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II weigh?
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II weighs 417g (body only, with battery and card).
Is the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II still worth buying?
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II has been succeeded by the Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. The newer model improves on AF performance, sensor, and video specs. At a reduced second-hand price the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II remains a capable body, but the Olympus OM-D E-M5 III is the better long-term buy if the budget allows.