Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III
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Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Revealed September 2021
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 122 x 84 x 50mm
- Released August 2017
- Old Model is Olympus E-M10 II
- Successor is Olympus E-M10 IV

Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon R3 versus Olympus E-M10 III, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and E-M10 III (16MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and E-M10 III (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

The R3 was launched 4 years after the E-M10 III which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the R3 grades vs the E-M10 III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R3 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III. The complete galleries are available at Canon R3 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Olympus E-M10 III
R3 | E-M10 III | |||
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Released | September 2021 | ![]() | August 2017 | More modern by 50 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 4150k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+3110k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 III over the Canon R3
E-M10 III | R3 |
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Common features in the Canon R3 and Olympus E-M10 III
R3 | E-M10 III | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon R3 provides exterior dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M10 III has proportions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Look at the Canon R3 versus Olympus E-M10 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the R3 compared to the E-M10 III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and E-M10 III is 52 and 80 respectively.

Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the R3 and E-M10 III.
To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon R3 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger R3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R3 vs Olympus E-M10 III Specifications
Canon EOS R3 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon EOS R3 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-09-14 | 2017-08-31 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 27 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 4,150k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/64000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 8.6 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.80 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, redeye, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill-in, manual, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 6000x3164 (60p/50p/30p/24p/23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 6000x3164 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) | 410 grams (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 122 x 84 x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 4086 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E19 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II supported) |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at release | $6,000 | $650 |