Olympus & OM System Cameras

Updated October 2026

If you're looking for a new Olympus camera, you'll find it under a different name. In 2021 Olympus moved its camera business into a new company, OM Digital Solutions, and new models are branded OM System. Olympus had been in digital cameras since the 1990s, starting with its Camedia line.

The main cameras are small, weather-sealed Micro Four Thirds mirrorless bodies (the OM-D line and its successors), known for excellent image stabilization. The lens mount is shared with Panasonic, so you can mix and match. There are also rugged Tough compacts for water and drops (see waterproof cameras).

They make a lot of sense for hikers and travelers who want a light kit that can take some rain.

See how they compare with other brands.