Canon R vs Olympus E-M1 II

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon R versus Olympus E-M1 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and E-M1 II (20MP) and the R (Full frame) and E-M1 II (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The R was introduced 24 months after the E-M1 II which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the R grades against the E-M1 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R & Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Canon R Gallery & Olympus E-M1 II Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon R has exterior measurements 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 II has specifications of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") and a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs).

See the Canon R versus Olympus E-M1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the R against the E-M1 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R and E-M1 II is 62 and 68 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R and E-M1 II.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R will offer more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer R should have a benefit in sensor technology.