Canon T6i vs Olympus E-M1 II

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon T6i and Olympus E-M1 II, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the T6i (24MP) and the E-M1 II (20MP) is pretty similar but the T6i (APS-C) and E-M1 II (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The T6i was revealed 19 months prior to the E-M1 II which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon T6i being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the T6i matches up versus the E-M1 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. The full galleries are provided at Canon T6i Gallery & Olympus E-M1 II Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon T6i has exterior measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Olympus E-M1 II has measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") along with a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the T6i and the E-M1 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T6i and E-M1 II is 66 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the T6i and E-M1 II.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The T6i having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon T6i will offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged T6i is going to be behind in sensor technology.