Should I upgrade from the OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark III to the OM System OM-1?
Upgrading is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- faster bursts (120fps vs 60fps)
- better video (4K 60p vs 4K 30p)
What you give up
- Nothing significant on paper
What it costs
| OM-1 new | No longer sold new |
| OM-1 used (MPB, typical) | £620 |
| Your Olympus E-M1 Mark III trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £340 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £280 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark III specs · OM System OM-1 specs · full comparison · best lenses for the OM-1
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark III to the OM System OM-1?
The upgrade is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. You gain faster bursts (120fps vs 60fps), better video (4K 60p vs 4K 30p).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Olympus E-M1 Mark III to the OM-1?
The OM-1 costs No longer sold new new and about £620 used at MPB. Trading in a used Olympus E-M1 Mark III might bring roughly £340, so the net cost is around £280 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Olympus E-M1 Mark III lenses work on the OM-1?
Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.