Canon R8 vs Olympus E-M5

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon R8 and Olympus E-M5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and E-M5 (16MP) and the R8 (Full frame) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The R8 was manufactured 10 years later than the E-M5 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the R8 grades vs the E-M5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 & Olympus OM-D E-M5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R8 Gallery & Olympus E-M5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon R8 comes with external measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 has measurements of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the R8 and the E-M5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R8 and E-M5 is 71 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and E-M5.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R8 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon R8 will give greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher R8 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.