I scower the internet for "weather-test benchmarking", but alas...

As an experienced photographer, I’m certain you would learn to work within the limitations of any camera system. OM Systems makes fine cameras and some models are rated for weather sealing.

I shoot with a Lumix G9 that I purchased used this summer. Lenses are 12-35 f/2.8 ii, 35-100 f/2.8 ii, and 25 f/1.7. Except for the 25 mm lens, everything is weather-sealed. I am very happy with this set; the glass is great and IBIS is wonderful. The kit fits in my small camera bag, and is easy to carry. I selected this over the equivalents from Olympus for slightly lower price (at the time) and more video-recording options. But it was a “close call,” as they say.

Regarding IBIS, both OM Systems and Panasonic have what I consider to be the best stabilization available. Small sensor size is a benefit here. As an example, I recently posted a photo taken at 50 mm (100 FF), hand-held at one second. Link here.

I am not aware of a weather resistance rating from Panasonic. So for your case I would suggest the OM Systems option.

1 Like