Upgrade guide · updated 5 November 2026
Should I upgrade from the OM System OM-1 to the OM System OM-1 Mark II?
Verdict
Upgrading is hard to justify for most people. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- cleaner high ISO
What you give up
- Nothing significant on paper
What it costs
| OM-1 Mark II new | £2,049 |
| OM-1 Mark II used (MPB, typical) | £1,390 |
| Your OM-1 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £400 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £990 |
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
OM System OM-1 specs · OM System OM-1 Mark II specs · full comparison · best lenses for the OM-1 Mark II
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the OM System OM-1 to the OM System OM-1 Mark II?
The upgrade is hard to justify for most people. You gain cleaner high ISO.
How much does it cost to upgrade from the OM-1 to the OM-1 Mark II?
The OM-1 Mark II costs £2,049 new and about £1,390 used at MPB. Trading in a used OM-1 might bring roughly £400, so the net cost is around £990 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my OM-1 lenses work on the OM-1 Mark II?
Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.