Canon RP vs Olympus E-M5

Below is a complete overview of the Canon RP versus Olympus E-M5, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the RP (26MP) and E-M5 (16MP) and the RP (Full frame) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

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The RP was brought out 6 years later than the E-M5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the RP grades versus the E-M5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon RP offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 has specifications of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the RP compared to the E-M5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the RP and E-M5 is 70 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the RP and E-M5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RP due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon RP will show greater detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent RP should have an edge in sensor innovation.