OM Digital Solutions debuts OM-3 Astro, TG-7 INDUSTRY adaptor

OM Digital Solutions announced the OM SYSTEM OM-3 ASTRO, a Micro Four Thirds System camera designed for astrophotography. Based on the OM SYSTEM OM-3 mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera, this version is optimized for astrophotography by adjusting the optical characteristics of the infrared cut filter positioned in front of the image sensor, enabling vivid capture of red nebulae that are highly popular among astrophotography enthusiasts. By combining OM SYSTEM’s computational photography features with optional body mount filters and a wide lineup of M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses, the OM SYSTEM OM-3 ASTRO enables a broad range of astrophotographic expression—from starry landscape photography to detailed imaging of constellations and nebulae. This model will be available on a made-to-order basis.

The OM SYSTEM OM-3 ASTRO features an IR-cut filter positioned in front of the image sensor, with optical characteristics optimally tuned to achieve approximately 100% transmission of Hα wavelengths, which are vital to astrophotography. This allows the camera to vividly capture the beautiful shapes and colors of nebulae emitting Hα light, which are difficult to photograph with standard digital cameras.

In addition, the combination of a high-sensitivity back-illuminated stacked Live MOS sensor, OM SYSTEM’s highest-performance image processing engine TruePic X, and the color profile control functions of the OM SYSTEM OM-3, enables clearer reproduction of star colors and faint nebulae, delivering high-resolution image quality even in high-sensitivity shooting.

The color profile control functions of the OM SYSTEM OM-3 ASTRO allow users to create more impressive expressions in both astrophotography and starry landscape photography. In the custom modes C1 to C3, color profiles are preset, with COLOR1 optimized for astrophotography such as imaging red nebulae, and COLOR2 optimized for starry landscape photography. By combining the custom modes with these color profiles, users can easily capture impressive images of the night sky. 

A nebula shot with the OM-3 ASTRO             M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm F1.8 40 secs, F2.8, ISO3200, Handheld High Res Shot              Using a equatorial mount *Image has been processed using software.

A nebula shot with the OM-3 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75mm F1.8 40 secs, F2.8, ISO3200, Handheld High Res Shot Using a equatorial mount *Image has been processed using software.

Like the OM-3, it is equipped with a wide range of in-camera functions optimized for starry sky photography.

• Starry Sky AF, which enables precise auto-focusing on stars
• Live Composite, ideal for capturing star trails in camera with live preview
• Digital level, which makes it easy to level the camera even in dark environments
• USB power supply from USB Power Delivery (PD)–compatible devices, convenient for longduration photography
• Night View, which brightens the scene in dark conditions to support starry sky composition

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There are two types of useful filters available for astrophotography. A filter can be attached inside the camera body (between the mount and the image sensor), allowing the filter effect to be obtained even after changing the lens. This also allows them to be used with lenses such as fisheye and wide-angle lenses, on which it is usually challenging to mount a filter to the front.

BMF-LPC01 Body Mount Light Pollution Suppression Filter (sold separately)

The light pollution suppression filter cuts light from artificial sources, such as street and city lights. This prevents light bleed into the night sky, allowing you to capture the true beauty of nebulae and constellations more vividly. Additionally, since the area near the horizon is most easily affected by light pollution, this filter is very effective when shooting constellations rising in the eastern sky or setting in the western sky. Compatible models: E-M1 Mark III, OM-1, OM-1 Mark II, OM-3, and OM-3 ASTRO

BMF-SE01 Body Mount Soft Filter

With their high resolving power, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses deliver beautiful point images of stars, the perfect light source. However, since many stars are captured as point images, typical stars may appear less impressive. Using the BMF-SE01 Soft Filter blurs and highlights point light sources; the brighter the stars, the more blurred and significant they appear, emphasising their colours and making these stellar objects stand out.

OM Digital Solutions also released the TG-7 INDUSTRY NY-TGV SUPER ADAPTER Kit, a solution to attache a binocular stereoscopic microscope used in examinations, research, and testing. The TG-7 INDUSTRY is a compact digital camera based on the TG-7 and is equipped with a standard microscope eyepiece adapter and specialized features for examination, research, and testing applications. Simply attach it to your existing binocular stereoscopic microscope to convert it for digital use.

• The TG-7 INDUSTRY NY-TGV SUPER ADATPER Kit will be available in March 2026 at a suggested retail price of $1699.99 US / $1899.99 CAD.
• U-OC Ultra C mount (sold separately) will be available in March 2026 at a suggested retail price of $219.99 US / $239.99 CAD.