OM Japan announced that demand for the OM-5II has exceeded expectations, so shipments may be delayed.

Share

OM-5II preorders at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotoerhardt, WexUK.

OM Japan issued the following press text:

Announcement of the release date of the mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II” and apology for delivery delays

OM SYSTEM, the imaging product brand developed by OM Digital Solutions Co., Ltd., is pleased to announce that the release date for the mirrorless single-lens camera OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II, which was previously scheduled for release in late July 2025, has been decided as follows:

Please note that we have received a large number of pre-orders for the “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II Body,” and it may take some time for some customers to receive the product after the release. We sincerely apologize to all customers who have been waiting for the product, as well as to all other related parties, for any inconvenience caused.

We will do our utmost to deliver your order as soon as possible, and we appreciate your understanding.

  • Release date: July 18, 2025
  • “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II Body”
    (Sand Beige/Silver/Black)
  • “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II 12-45mm F4.0 PRO Lens Kit”
    body (sand beige/silver/black)
    + “M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-45mm F4.0 PRO”
  • “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II 14-150mm II Lens Kit”
    body (silver/black)
    + “M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II”

Products that take time to deliver

  • “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II Body” (Sand Beige/Silver/Black)
Share

Amazon USA Prime Deals are now live! Save big on a ton of storage deals and MFT gear

Share

The Prime deals are now live on those pages at Amazon US and Amazon Canada. In Europe at Amazon Germany, Amazon UK, Amazon France, Amazon Italy, Amazon Spain, Amazon Netherlands, Amazon Poland. And at Amazon Australia.

Amazon US primary deals:

Detailed Storage deals:

Micro Four Thirds:

Photography Gear Deals:

Reconditioned deals (30% applied at checkout):

Nextorage’s launched a new Summer Promotion at BHphoto and Amazon. Deals end on July 12:

Share

Now live: Amazon Prime Deals in Europe!

Share

The Prime deals are now live on those pages at at Amazon Germany, Amazon UK, Amazon France, Amazon Italy, Amazon Spain, Amazon Netherlands, Amazon Poland.
In North America Amazon US and Amazon Canada.
In Oceania at Amazon Australia.

Amazon Germany direct links to deals:

Amazon UK:

Amazon France:

Amazon Italy:

Amazon Spain:

 

Share

USA: OM and Lumix deals roundup

Share

Cameras

Lenses:

  • $700 off on the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $500 off on the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $500 off on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $150 off on the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 II Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $100 off on the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $400 off on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2 Lens (Black) at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $200 off on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $100 off on the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $300 off on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 300mm f/4 IS PRO Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Power at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $30 off on the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II ASPH. Lens (Black) at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $100 off on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 ASPH Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $200 off on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $150 off on the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II POWER at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $100 off on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $150 off on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4-6.3 II at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $30 off on the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II ASPH. Lens (Silver) at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $50 off on the Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. at B&H Amazon Adorama
  • $150 off on the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4 ASPH. Lens at B&H Amazon Adorama
Share

OM Digital’s Mid-Year Makeover: Reliable Classics or Missed Opportunities?

Share

The PetaPixel crew analyzed the companies performance in 2025 so far and concluded:

OM Digital’s 2025 update was largely iterative rather than groundbreaking. They released two bodies—the retro-styled OM-3 (stacked sensor, EVF, weather-sealing, IBIS) and the OM-5 Mark II (adds USB-C)—plus minor lens refreshes (a 100-400 mm G2 and metal versions of their 17 mm f/1.8 and 25 mm f/1.8). While the OM-3 impressed with its build and modernized classics, the overall lineup felt too familiar, lacking truly new features or optics. The hosts agreed that OM Digital needs a more exciting roadmap, and landed on a C + for their mid-year performance.

 

For comparison…here is how they graded all companies:

Camera Company Grades

Canon (B-/C+)
Focused on vlogging: V1 (fixed-lens compact), R50V (video-centric APS-C).
New lenses: 16-28mm f/2.8, 14-30mm f/4 PZ, 75-300mm (recycled DSLR design).
Criticism: No pro photo bodies, limited third-party lens support.

Nikon (A/A-)
Strong video push with Z5 II, Z8 firmware, and 28-135mm PZ cine lens.
Criticism: Still no full-frame Sigma lenses due to alleged Tamron exclusivity.

Sony (B-/C+)
Quiet first half: FX3 II, 50-150mm f/2.8, 400-800mm f/6.3-8.
Criticism: No major camera releases, stagnant APS-C support.

Panasonic (A-)
Launched S1R II (high-res), S1 II (video), and 24-60mm f/2.8 lens.
Praise: Open-gate video, firmware updates, cropless stabilization.
Criticism: Uninspiring lens designs.

Fujifilm (A/B+)
Diverse releases: X100VI, XE5, GFX100 RF, Instax Wide Evo, X half (film-sim compact).
Praise: Unique designs catering to different users.
Criticism: Autofocus still lags behind competitors.

OM System (C+)
Minor updates: OM-5 II, OM-3 (retro-styled), 100-400mm II.
Criticism: Lack of innovation, rehashing old designs.

Leica (D/L)
Only released the SL3-S (low-res cine variant).
Celebrated 100 years of M-mount with no new M camera.

Sigma (A+)
Strong lens releases: 50-150mm f/2.8, 300-600mm f/5.6-6.3, Cine line.
FP L camera with improved autofocus.

Tamron (C+)
Quiet first half: 16-30mm f/2.8 G2, firmware updates for existing lenses.
Promised more lenses in late 2025/2026.

Final Thoughts

Best Performers: Fujifilm, Sigma, Nikon.
Needs Improvement: Leica, OM System, Tamron.
Upcoming Expectations: Sony A7S IV, Fujifilm X-Pro 4, Canon R7 II.

Final Grade Summary:

A/A+: Fujifilm, Sigma, Nikon.
B/B-: Panasonic, Sony, Canon.
C/C+: OM System, Tamron.
D/L: Leica.

Share

These Were the Best-Selling Cameras on the Japanese Market in June

Share

BCN reported the top 20 best selling mirrorless cameras in June:

  1. Canon EOS R10 RF-S18-150 IS STM Lens Kit
  2. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Double Zoom Lens Kit Black
  3. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Power Zoom Lens Kit Black
  4. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit Black
  5. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit White
  6. Nikon Z50II Double Zoom Kit
  7. Sony α6400 Double Zoom Lens Kit Black
  8. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 Power Zoom Lens Kit Black
  9. Nikon Z 30 Double Zoom Kit
  10. Panasonic LUMIX G100D W Kit
  11. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 Double Zoom Lens Kit Black
  12. Nikon D7500 18-140 VR Lens Kit
  13. Canon EOS R50 V RF-S14-30 IS STM PZ Lens Kit
  14. Nikon Z fc 16-50 VR Lens Kit Silver
  15. Canon EOS R50 RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit Black
  16. Fujifilm X-M5 XC15-45mm Lens Kit Silver
  17. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 Body Black
  18. Nikon Z50II 16-50 VR Lens Kit
  19. Nikon Z5II
  20. Canon EOS R50 RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit White

Here are the top 20 for the fixed lens camera segment:

  1. Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 Black
  2. Panasonic LUMIX TZ99 Black (DC-TZ99-K)
  3. Fujifilm instax mini Evo Black
  4. Kodak PIXPRO WPZ2
  5. Healthy Tokina Digital Camera KC-AF11 BK
  6. Kodak PIXPRO FZ45 Black
  7. Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II
  8. OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 Black
  9. Nagaoka Trading movio Autofocus Digital Camera MAF100
  10. Fujifilm instax mini Evo Brown
  11. OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 Red
  12. Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 Red
  13. Healthy Tokina Digital Camera KC-ZM08
  14. Panasonic LUMIX FZ85D (DC-FZ85D-K)
  15. Healthy Tokina Digital Camera KC-AF05
  16. Keiyo Engineering WiFi Retro Digital Camera Snow White
  17. Kodak PIXPRO FZ45 Red
  18. Panasonic LUMIX TZ99 White (DC-TZ99-W)
  19. Ricoh Imaging PENTAX WG-1000 Gray
  20. Ricoh Imaging RICOH WG-90 Black
Share