Canon RP vs OM System OM-1

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon RP versus OM System OM-1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the RP (26MP) and OM System OM-1 (20MP) and the RP (Full frame) and OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The RP was brought out 4 years prior to the OM System OM-1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the RP matches up vs the OM System OM-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS RP and OM System OM-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon RP Gallery and OM System OM-1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon RP has got outside dimensions of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the OM System OM-1 has proportions of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Canon RP versus OM System OM-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the RP compared to the OM System OM-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the RP and OM System OM-1 is 70 and 65 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the RP and OM System OM-1.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RP featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon RP will provide extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged RP will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.