Groundbreaking Olympus SLR from 1975 with the world's first off-the-film metering, compact OM design with superior exposure accuracy.
The Olympus OM-2 is a groundbreaking 35mm SLR from 1975 that introduced the world's first off-the-film (OTF) TTL automatic exposure system, measuring light reflected from the film surface during exposure for unprecedented accuracy. This technology later evolved into the TTL flash metering that became standard across the camera industry.
The camera provides aperture-priority automatic exposure alongside full manual control, with the OTF metering system providing extraordinarily accurate exposure by measuring actual light reaching the film plane. The OM-2's compact body continues the OM system's miniaturisation philosophy established by the OM-1, maintaining Olympus's size advantage.
Build quality is excellent with a compact metal body that matches the OM-1's diminutive dimensions while housing the additional electronics for automatic exposure. The viewfinder displays LED exposure information, and the camera maintains compatibility with the complete Olympus OM lens and accessory system.
The Olympus OM-2 commands strong prices on the used market, valued both for its historical innovation and its practical capabilities. The OTF metering provides genuinely superior exposure accuracy compared to conventional metering systems, and the compact OM body handles beautifully with the excellent Zuiko lens range.