Canon R vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Lets look more in depth at the Canon R vs Olympus E-M10 IV, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the R (30MP) and E-M10 IV (20MP) and the R (Full frame) and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The R was introduced 23 months earlier than the E-M10 IV making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the R scores versus the E-M10 IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The whole galleries are available at Canon R Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R enjoys outer 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-M10 IV has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R vs Olympus E-M10 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the R compared to the E-M10 IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R and E-M10 IV is 62 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R and E-M10 IV.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon R will show extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older R will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.