Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V
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Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 469g - 124 x 85 x 45mm
- Released February 2015
- Old Model is Olympus E-M5
- Refreshed by Olympus E-M5 III
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Released October 2022
- Superseded the Sony A7R IV
Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-M5 II versus Sony A7R V, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the E-M5 II (16MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the E-M5 II (Four Thirds) and A7R V (Full frame) posses different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-M5 II was introduced 8 years prior to the A7R V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-M5 II grades versus the A7R V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Sony Alpha A7R V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 II over the Sony A7R V
E-M5 II | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Olympus E-M5 II
A7R V | E-M5 II | |||
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Released | October 2022 | February 2015 | Fresher by 93 months | |
Display size | 3.20" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2360k | 1037k | Sharper display (+1323k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M5 II and Sony A7R V
E-M5 II | A7R V | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M5 II features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M5 II versus Sony A7R V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M5 II compared to the A7R V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 II and A7R V is 80 and 60 respectively.
Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M5 II and A7R V.
All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M5 II having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7R V will offer you extra detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older E-M5 II is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M5 II vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M5 II | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2022-10-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | MOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 9504 x 6336 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Total lenses | 107 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.20 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 9,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 469g (1.03 lb) | 723g (1.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 896 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photos | 600 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLN-1 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | One | 2 |
Retail price | $699 | $3,900 |