Canon R6 II vs OM System OM-5

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon R6 II versus OM System OM-5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the R6 II (24MP) and the OM System OM-5 (20MP) is relatively close but the R6 II (Full frame) and OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R6 II was revealed very close to the OM System OM-5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the R6 II grades versus the OM System OM-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R6 Mark II and OM System OM-5. The full galleries are provided at Canon R6 II Gallery and OM System OM-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 II enjoys physical measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the OM System OM-5 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Canon R6 II versus OM System OM-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the R6 II against the OM System OM-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R6 II and OM System OM-5 is 61 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R6 II and OM System OM-5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R6 II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon R6 II will render more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.