{"product_id":"om-system-om-1-mark-ii-mirrorless-camera-body","title":"OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SnVqYiVQmxM?si=8fUY3XNJB1zrxvd3\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRugged Micro Four Thirds Performance for Astrophotography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II combines a 20.4MP stacked Micro Four Thirds sensor, powerful computational photography features and class-leading image stabilisation in a compact, weather-sealed body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts relatively lightweight construction, fully articulating touchscreen and extensive range of compatible lenses make it a versatile choice for photographing the Moon, nightscapes, star trails, astronomical landscapes and the Milky Way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e20.4MP Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM-1 Mark II features a 20.4MP stacked, back-illuminated Live MOS sensor paired with the powerful TruePic X image processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts stacked design enables rapid readout speeds, responsive performance and high-speed continuous shooting. The sensor delivers detailed images while keeping the camera and compatible Micro Four Thirds lenses relatively compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMicro Four Thirds Format\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Micro Four Thirds sensor introduces a 2x crop factor compared with a full-frame camera. This effectively provides a narrower field of view from any given focal length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat additional reach can be particularly useful for photographing the Moon, solar subjects with suitable certified equipment and other distant objects. For expansive Milky Way compositions, an appropriately fast ultra-wide-angle lens is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTruePic X Image Processor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TruePic X processor supports the camera’s high-speed performance, advanced autofocus and extensive computational photography features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts responsive operation makes the OM-1 Mark II equally capable of capturing astronomical subjects, wildlife, landscapes and fast-moving action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMicro Four Thirds Lens Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Micro Four Thirds system provides access to a broad selection of compact OM SYSTEM, Olympus, Panasonic and third-party lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast-aperture primes and ultra-wide-angle lenses are available for Milky Way photography and nightscapes, while longer telephoto lenses can be particularly useful for capturing the Moon within landscape compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an appropriate Micro Four Thirds T-ring and telescope adapter, the camera can also be connected to compatible telescopes for prime-focus photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFive-Axis In-Body Image Stabilisation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM-1 Mark II features an advanced five-axis in-body image stabilisation system offering up to 8.5 stops of compensation under supported conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly valuable for handheld low-light, wildlife and landscape photography. For long exposures of stars, however, the camera should normally be secured to a sturdy tripod or tracking mount, with stabilisation switched off when appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVari-Angle Touchscreen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fully articulating 3-inch touchscreen can be positioned for comfortable viewing when the camera is aimed towards the sky, placed close to the ground or attached to a telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnified live view and focus-assistance tools make it easier to achieve accurate manual focus on a bright star, the Moon or another distant target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Resolution Electronic Viewfinder\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5.76-million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder provides a detailed view of the composition, camera settings and captured images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen working beneath dark skies, reducing the brightness of the viewfinder and rear display can help preserve night vision between exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComputational Photography Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHandheld and Tripod High Res Shot\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Res Shot uses the camera’s image-stabilisation mechanism to capture and combine multiple frames into a higher-resolution image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod High Res Shot can create images of approximately 80MP, while Handheld High Res Shot produces images of approximately 50MP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause stars move between the individual exposures, these modes are generally unsuitable for conventional untracked astrophotography. They can, however, be useful for detailed foregrounds, landscapes and carefully controlled stationary subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLive Composite\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Composite is one of the OM-1 Mark II’s most useful creative features for night photography. It records an initial base exposure before adding only newly appearing light to the developing image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it easier to create star trails, light-painting photographs and other extended night-time exposures while monitoring the result on the rear screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLive Bulb and Live Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Bulb and Live Time allow the developing exposure to be viewed on the camera’s screen while the image is being recorded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese modes can make it easier to judge the progress of a long exposure and stop it once the desired brightness has been reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFocus Stacking and Bracketing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-camera focus stacking can combine up to 15 images captured at different focus distances, while focus bracketing offers much larger sequences for processing separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tools are particularly valuable for macro, nature and product photography. Their usefulness for astronomical subjects is more limited because the night sky and foreground often require different exposure settings as well as different focus distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLive ND and Live GND\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive ND simulates the effect of a neutral-density filter, offering strengths up to ND128. The camera also includes Live GND for simulating a graduated neutral-density filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese features are primarily intended for landscapes and moving water rather than stars. Live GND can nevertheless be useful when balancing bright skies and darker foregrounds around sunrise, sunset and twilight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAutofocus and High-Speed Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCross Quad Pixel Autofocus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM-1 Mark II uses a Cross Quad Pixel autofocus system with 1,053 cross-type phase-detection points covering much of the image area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides responsive focusing and tracking for wildlife, action and general photography. For stars and telescope-based imaging, precise manual focus using an enlarged live-view image will normally produce the most dependable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAI Subject Detection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced subject-detection autofocus can recognise and track several types of subject, including birds, animals, people, cars, motorcycles, aircraft and trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough these modes are not designed for stars, they make the camera particularly versatile for wildlife and nature photography during the same trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Speed Sequential Shooting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM-1 Mark II can capture images at extremely high continuous shooting speeds using its electronic shutter, including up to 120fps with focus and exposure locked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-speed shooting is not normally required for long-exposure astrophotography, but it can be valuable for wildlife, action and rapidly changing atmospheric events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlackout-Free Shooting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupported high-speed sequential modes provide a blackout-free view through the electronic viewfinder, making it easier to follow fast and unpredictable subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVideo Capabilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDCI and UHD 4K Recording\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM-1 Mark II can record DCI 4K and UHD 4K video at up to 60p, providing detailed footage for astronomy presentations, observatory films, nature documentaries and educational content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact body and effective stabilisation also make it a practical option for creators working alone or travelling with a lightweight kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e10-Bit Recording and OM-Log400\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal 10-bit recording provides greater tonal and colour information than conventional 8-bit footage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOM-Log400 offers additional flexibility for experienced filmmakers who want greater control when colour grading scenes containing bright foreground lighting and darker skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Frame-Rate Full HD\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull HD video can be captured at up to 240fps for slow-motion playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough primarily intended for action and wildlife, this feature expands the camera’s usefulness beyond conventional night-sky photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVertical Video Support\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVertical video information can be recorded for content intended for social media and mobile viewing, helping simplify the production of astronomy reels and short educational videos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Astrophotography Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInterval Shooting and Time-Lapse\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in interval shooting enables repeated exposures to be captured over an extended period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting sequence can be used for star trails, image stacking or time-lapse films showing stars and clouds moving across the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLong-Exposure Noise Reduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong-exposure noise reduction can help minimise hot pixels and fixed-pattern noise. However, it requires the camera to capture an additional dark exposure of approximately equal duration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor lengthy sequences intended for stacking, experienced astrophotographers may prefer to disable this feature and capture separate dark calibration frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDual UHS-II SD Card Slots\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo UHS-II SD card slots provide flexible storage and backup options during extended photography and video sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiles can be duplicated across both cards, recorded sequentially or separated according to file type, depending on the selected settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUSB-C Power and Charging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB-C charging and compatible external power support can help keep the camera operating during lengthy time-lapse sequences, extended video recording and overnight imaging sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold temperatures, long exposures and prolonged use of the screen can reduce battery life, so spare batteries or a suitable external power source are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompact and Lightweight Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM-1 Mark II offers flagship performance in a body weighing approximately 599g with its battery and memory card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts relatively low weight is particularly helpful when travelling to remote dark-sky locations or building a portable setup around a compact tracking mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIP53 Weather-Sealed Construction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camera is rated to IP53 when used with a suitably weather-resistant lens. It is also designed to operate at temperatures as low as -10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it well suited to outdoor photography in demanding environments, although suitable protection should still be used during heavy rain, substantial dew or severe condensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20.4MP stacked BSI Live MOS sensor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicro Four Thirds sensor format\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruePic X image processor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISO 200–25,600 standard sensitivity range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtended sensitivity from ISO 80 to 102,400\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive-axis in-body image stabilisation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 8.5 stops of stabilisation under supported conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,053-point Cross Quad Pixel phase-detection autofocus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAI subject-detection autofocus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 120fps electronic-shutter continuous shooting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro Capture functionality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80MP Tripod High Res Shot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50MP Handheld High Res Shot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Composite, Live Bulb and Live Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive ND up to ND128\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive GND simulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-camera focus stacking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.76-million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-inch vari-angle touchscreen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDCI and UHD 4K video at up to 60p\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal 10-bit video recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOM-Log400\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull HD high-speed recording up to 240fps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual UHS-II SD memory-card slots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB-C charging and power support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP53 weather-resistant 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photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime-lapse sequences and image stacking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortable star-tracking setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstronomy filmmaking and educational content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWildlife, nature and outdoor photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore the Night Sky with OM SYSTEM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II combines a compact camera system with powerful stabilisation, rugged construction and some of the most useful computational photography features available for night-time shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are creating star trails with Live Composite, photographing the Moon through a long lens or carrying a lightweight setup to a remote dark-sky location, the OM-1 Mark II provides the portability, 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