Capture High-Resolution Astrophotography with Ease: OM SYSTEM E-M1 Mark III ASTRO | OM SYSTEM

OM Digital Solutions Corporation has announced the mirrorless camera 'OM SYSTEM E-M1 Mark III ASTRO' based on the Micro Four Thirds standard. The release date is set for July 25, 2024, with a direct sales price of 327,800 yen (tax included).

The 'OM SYSTEM E-M1 Mark III ASTRO' is a specialized camera for astrophotography, based on the 'OM-D E-M1 Mark III' released in February 2020, with special tuning. Its standout feature is the ability to capture vivid red nebulae, a favorite among astrophotography enthusiasts. The optical properties of the IR cut filter in front of the image sensor have been optimally tuned to achieve approximately 100% transmission of Hα lines, allowing for vibrant reproduction of nebula shapes and colors that are difficult to capture with standard digital cameras.

The 'OM SYSTEM E-M1 Mark III ASTRO' features a 'Handheld High Res Shot' function, which allows the creation of approximately 50-megapixel high-resolution photos by combining images taken 16 times using a tripod or equatorial mount. Additionally, it is equipped with features useful for astrophotography, such as Starry Sky AF and Live Composite, and supports USB power supply for extended shooting. Custom modes C1 and C2 come pre-set with settings convenient for star photography, making preparation easy.

• Model: Interchangeable lens camera compliant with Micro Four Thirds standard
• Recording media:
  • Slot 1: SD, SDHC (UHS-I / II), SDXC (UHS-I / II)
  • Slot 2: SD, SDHC (UHS-I), SDXC (UHS-I)
• Image sensor size: 17.4 mm x 13.0 mm (Micro Four Thirds)
• Lens mount: Micro Four Thirds mount
• Image sensor:
  • Type: 4/3 Live MOS sensor
  • Effective pixels: Approx. 20.37 million pixels / Total pixels: Approx. 21.77 million pixels
  • Aspect ratio: 4:3
  • Dust reduction: Super Sonic Wave Filter (SSWF: ultrasonic dust reduction filter)
• Still image recording format:
  • Recording format: DCF2.0, Exif2.31
  • Image format: JPEG, RAW (12-bit lossless compression), JPEG+RAW
  • Image size: RAW: 5184 x 3888 / JPEG: 5184 x 3888 to 1024×768
  • Dual slot recording function: Standard, Auto switch, Distribution, Identical writing
  • Folder creation and selection: Available
• Image stabilization:
  • Type: In-body image stabilization (image sensor shift type 5-axis stabilization)
  • Image stabilization mode: S-IS AUTO, S-IS1, S-IS2, S-IS3, OFF
  • Image stabilization effect:
• Body only: Correction level 7.0
• Using lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO Focal length f = 40mm (35mm equivalent f = 80mm) Sync IS correction level 7.5
• Using lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO Focal length f = 100mm (35mm equivalent f = 200mm), Half-press IS: Off, Frame rate: High speed
• 5-axis sync IS: Available
• Image stabilization with M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses
• Focal length setting: 11 types (10 types can be registered)