Should I upgrade from the OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark II to the OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark III?
Upgrading is hard to justify for most people. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- 4 years of newer processing and autofocus (2016 → 2020)
What you give up
- Nothing significant on paper
What it costs
| Olympus E-M1 Mark III new | No longer sold new |
| Olympus E-M1 Mark III used (MPB, typical) | £530 |
| Your Olympus E-M1 Mark II trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £270 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £260 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
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Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark II to the OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark III?
The upgrade is hard to justify for most people. You gain 4 years of newer processing and autofocus (2016 → 2020).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Olympus E-M1 Mark II to the Olympus E-M1 Mark III?
The Olympus E-M1 Mark III costs No longer sold new new and about £530 used at MPB. Trading in a used Olympus E-M1 Mark II might bring roughly £270, so the net cost is around £260 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Olympus E-M1 Mark II lenses work on the Olympus E-M1 Mark III?
Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.