Canon M50 vs OM System OM-5

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon M50 vs OM System OM-5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the OM System OM-5 (20MP) is relatively close but the M50 (APS-C) and OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The M50 was introduced 5 years before the OM System OM-5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the M50 matches up vs the OM System OM-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M50 and OM System OM-5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and OM System OM-5 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 enjoys exterior dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the OM System OM-5 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the M50 vs the OM System OM-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and OM System OM-5 is 79 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 and OM System OM-5.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M50 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon M50 will result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older M50 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.