Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II

513 reviews

Apr, 2024

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energy (2)
memory (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 513 reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the design and image quality. The portability and performance are also appreciated, whereas the memory and energy efficiency get less positive comments. There are mixed opinions on the low light performance and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 17 user reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II

alaTest has collected and analyzed 110 user reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the design and usability. The performance and image quality also get good reviews. Many are negative about the flash and energy efficiency.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II

alaTest has collected and analyzed 7 user reviews of Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca.

86% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Paul Nuttall (trustedreviews.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II

The Olympus E-M5 Mark II is a compact system camera with a Micro Four-Thirds sensor, and the sequel to 2012's OM-D E-M5. We flat-out loved that camera.

Great 5-axis OIS ; Excellent handling and controls ; Much-improved EVF

No 4K video ; Lesser detail and high ISO performance than some

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Angela Nicholson (techradar.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II review

This clever 16MP compact system camera can produce 40Mp or even 64Mp images

High quality feel ; Impressive 40MP/64MP images ; Excellent 5-axis image stabilisation

High Res mode demands a tripod and a still subject ; Some fiddly and complex controls ; Smaller sensor than some rival CSCs

The E-M5 Mark II is incredibly powerful and versatile yet small and light too. Olympus has introduced some very interesting technologies with real, practical value.

Mar, 2015

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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Olympus OM-D E-M5 II review: OM-D has landed

Thank the stars that Olympus has settled on a name and number, with the second-generation OM-D E-M5 deploying the "Mark II" badge of honour. That's earned confidence: rather than reaching into the numbers pool and being named an E-M27 or something, the...

Decent build quality and great retro style, 2x2 switch control, all-round improvements from first-generation E-M5, that 5-axis stabilisation system, High Res Shot for 40/64MP tripod-based shots

Too easy to knock front dial and press HDR button by accident, limited battery life as ever, low-light image quality limitations, no 4K video

Although image quality and autofocus ability aren't giant leaps ahead compared to the first-generation model, the E-M5 Mark II shows that OM-D has landed. It's a good-looking, classy performer that takes the original's concept and elevates it to a...

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Hands-on: Olympus OM-D E-M5 II review: Adding extra muscle to the OM-D line - Pocket-lint

Having first seen the new Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II a week ago - having aligned its products into their hierarchical roles, Olympus is now "doing a Canon"

Feb, 2015

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Expert review by : Amy Davies (stuff.tv)

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II review

The Second Coming of the E-M5 smashes it on both design and performance fronts

Small, light and weatherproof ; Large, bright viewfinder ; Excellent image quality ; 5-axis image stabilisation allows slow shutter speeds

No 4K video recording ; High Res Shot only works in certain situations

With enough retro style to please the hipster inside you, and substance aplenty, this is a satisfying upgrade to the original E-M5

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.co.uk)

Olympus E-M5 Mark II aggressively targets your $1,100

After 3 long years Olympus overhauls its midrange interchangeable-lens camera with significantly better movie-recording features and performance improvements.

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Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark ll

Housed in a dustproof, splashproof and freeze-proof magnesium alloy body, the 16.1MP 4/3 Live MOS sensor and TruePic VII processor of the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II delivers a wide array of creative imaging options and an ISO up to 25,600. The camera...

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The Olympus OM-D E-M5 was a brilliant camera, taking the technology behind Olympus's PEN line of compact system cameras and putting it in a more traditional, retro form reminiscent of the company's classic 35mm OM line. The OM-D E-M5 Mark II is a...

May, 2015

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Expert review by : paul_smart (gadgetspeak.com)

Olympus OM-D F-M5II

This is a DSLR in a body so small that you assume it isnâ€™t. It comes with a 14-42mm lens and is smaller than even some small digital cameras, it has a neck strap it has a viewfinder and it has a flash shoe in normal conditions you might never use any...

The Olympus OM-D E-M5II is available – with a slightly different lens - .

Oct, 2016

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Expert review by : Mike Joubert (techsmart.co.za)

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II

Yet another great camera from Olympus, but buyers will wonder about the price.

Great weather-sealed body, Image quality cannot be questioned, Loads of features

Resolution now too low, High resolution mode needs a tripod, Price is high

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 II is yet another strong candidate in the OM-D line-up, with 10 fps shooting, the 5-axis stabilisation, a good EVF and of course first-rate image quality, all coming together to make a solid mirrorless offering. Although its 16 MP...

Jul, 2015

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