OM System OM-5 vs Ricoh GR IIIx

OM System OM-5
OM System OM-5
Ricoh GR IIIx
Ricoh GR IIIx

Verdict: The OM System OM-5 outperforms the Ricoh GR IIIx in versatility and stabilization per RTINGS and DPReview tests, with 7.5-stop IBIS versus the GR IIIx's 4 stops. The GR IIIx excels in portability with its 262g weight and APS-C sensor but lacks the OM-5's weather sealing and 4K video. OM-5 is the stronger all-rounder for most photographers needing flexibility.

Winner: OM System OM-5

OM System OM-5: 8.2/10

Ricoh GR IIIx: 7.1/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

OM System OM-5Ricoh GR IIIx
Sensor Size20.4MP Four Thirds Live MOS24.2MP APS-C CMOS
Lens MountMicro Four ThirdsFixed 40mm equiv f/2.8
Weight414g body only262g with battery
Video Resolution4K 30p1080p 60p

OM System OM-5

What works

  • Weather-sealed body with 5-axis IBIS up to 7.5 stops
  • Interchangeable lenses for versatility across focal lengths
  • Computational photography features like Live ND and Starry Sky AF

What doesn't

  • Smaller sensor limits low-light performance vs full-frame
  • EVF resolution only 2.36M dots

Ricoh GR IIIx

What works

  • Pocketable size with APS-C sensor
  • Sharp 40mm equivalent lens with macro mode
  • In-body stabilization and quick snap focus

What doesn't

  • Fixed lens limits framing options
  • No weather sealing or EVF

Bottom line

Our pick: OM System OM-5.

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