Canon R vs Olympus E-PL9

The following is a extended analysis of the Canon R and Olympus E-PL9, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) and the R (Full frame) and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R was launched 7 months after the E-PL9 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R matches up versus the E-PL9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R & Olympus PEN E-PL9. The complete galleries are available at Canon R Gallery & Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon R comes with physical measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL9 has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R and Olympus E-PL9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the R versus the E-PL9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R and E-PL9 is 62 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R and E-PL9.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon R will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer R will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.