Canon R100 vs Olympus E-M1 III

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon R100 versus Olympus E-M1 III, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the E-M1 III (20MP) is pretty similar but the R100 (APS-C) and E-M1 III (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The R100 was introduced 3 years later than the E-M1 III and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the R100 scores against the E-M1 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R100 and Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III. The whole galleries are available at Canon R100 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 III Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon R100 enjoys outside dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1 III has specifications of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Check out the Canon R100 versus Olympus E-M1 III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the R100 compared to the E-M1 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R100 and E-M1 III is 76 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R100 and E-M1 III.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R100 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon R100 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher R100 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.