Canon R vs Olympus E-M1

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon R versus Olympus E-M1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the R (30MP) and E-M1 (16MP) and the R (Full frame) and E-M1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The R was manufactured 4 years after the E-M1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the R matches up against the E-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R & Olympus OM-D E-M1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery & Olympus E-M1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon R enjoys external dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the R against the E-M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R and E-M1 is 62 and 71 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R and E-M1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon R will render greater detail due to its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern R is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.