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Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10

Portability
61
Imaging
78
Features
92
Overall
83
Canon EOS R6 Mark II front
 
Olympus OM-D E-M10 front
Portability
82
Imaging
53
Features
73
Overall
61

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Key Specs

Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
  • Launched November 2022
  • Previous Model is Canon R6
Olympus E-M10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 396g - 119 x 82 x 46mm
  • Introduced March 2014
  • Renewed by Olympus E-M10 II
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Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Overview

The following is a extended overview of the Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the R6 II (24MP) and E-M10 (16MP) and the R6 II (Full frame) and E-M10 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

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The R6 II was brought out 8 years after the E-M10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the R6 II matches up versus the E-M10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Olympus E-M10

 R6 II E-M10 
IntroducedNovember 2022March 2014Newer by 106 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1620k1037kClearer display (+583k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 over the Canon R6 II

 E-M10 R6 II 

Common features in the Canon R6 II and Olympus E-M10

 R6 II E-M10 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display size3.00"3"Same display size
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 II has got outer dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 has measurements of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the R6 II versus the E-M10.

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 II and E-M10 is 61 and 82 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the R6 II and E-M10.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R6 II due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon R6 II will result in greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent R6 II will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 sensor size comparison

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R6 II Portrait photography information
Olympus E-M10 Portrait photography information
86
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detection focus
exports RAW formats
71
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Canon R6 II as a Street photography camera
Olympus E-M10 as a Street photography camera
78
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
boasts focus by touch
environment proofing
above average high ISO (102,400)
77
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
offers focus by touch
above average high ISO (25,600)
heavier than others in class (396 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon R6 II as a Sports photography camera
Olympus E-M10 as a Sports photography camera
83
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
low battery power (360 per charge)
66
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count good (16MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes tracking autofocus
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon R6 II Travel photography advice
Olympus E-M10 Travel photography advice
73
environment proofing
has bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
screen is selfie friendly
low battery power (360 shots)
67
offers focus by touch
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
heavier than others in class (396 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R6 II Landscape photography factors
Olympus E-M10 Landscape photography factors
82
focusing manually
change lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen size is decent (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (102,400)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
two card slots
low battery power (360 per charge)
79
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count good (16MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R6 II Vlogging features
Olympus E-M10 Vlogging features
80
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external microphone socket
33
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than others in class (396g)
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Canon R6 II vs Olympus E-M10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 II and Olympus E-M10
 Canon EOS R6 Mark IIOlympus OM-D E-M10
General Information
Company Canon Olympus
Model Canon EOS R6 Mark II Olympus OM-D E-M10
Type Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2022-11-02 2014-03-18
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - TruePic VII
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 102400 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW photos
Minimum boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 4897 81
Cross focus points 1053 -
Lens
Lens mount Canon RF Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 35 107
Focal length multiplier 1 2.1
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Tilting
Display sizing 3.00 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,620k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.58x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 12.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.80 m (ISO100)
Flash modes no built-in flash Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual(1/1(FULL)~1/64)
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264, Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 680 grams (1.50 lbs) 396 grams (0.87 lbs)
Physical dimensions 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") 119 x 82 x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 72
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.3
DXO Low light score not tested 884
Other
Battery life 360 photos 320 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E6NH BLS-5
Self timer Yes Yes (12 sec., 2 sec.,custom (Waiting time 1-30sec.,Shooting interval 0.5/1/2/3sec.,Number of shots 1-10))
Time lapse feature
Storage type Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Two Single
Retail cost $2,499 $600