Canon M6 MII vs Olympus E-P1

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon M6 MII and Olympus E-P1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the M6 MII (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M6 MII was revealed 10 years later than the E-P1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M6 MII matches up vs the E-P1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Olympus PEN E-P1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M6 MII Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon M6 MII provides outside dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Olympus E-P1 has dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Canon M6 MII and Olympus E-P1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M6 MII vs the E-P1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M6 MII and E-P1 is 83 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 MII and E-P1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M6 MII using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon M6 MII will resolve greater detail because of its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher M6 MII will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.