Canon EOS R R1 Black 2024
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R R1 Black 2024
The Canon EOS R1 is highly praised by professional sports photographers for its exceptional autofocus, image quality, and rugged build. Many users upgraded from the 1DX Mark III and find the R1 a worthy successor, though some note the 24MP resolution is a point of contention for those who prefer higher megapixel counts. Overall, it delivers outstanding performance for action photography, with reliable handling and compatibility with EF lenses.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus performance
- Superior image quality and sharpness
- Rugged and reliable build
- Excellent low-light capabilities
- Fast frame rate for sports
Cons
- 24MP resolution criticized by some
- Poor customer service experience
- Lack of camera shops in some areas
- Not a huge upgrade from 1DX Mark III for some
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
This user switched from the Lumix G9M2 to the OM System OM-1 Mark II for "run and gun" shooting and found it excellent, especially for mountain bike races. They praise its fast sensor readout, highlights exposure mode that improves shadow detail in raw files, and 10-bit video. However, the reviewer notes the lack of a true auto mode and the inability to edit previous forum posts, while also pointing out that custom modes can save configuration changes. The Q&A section contains numerous unanswered questions and a complaint about inaccurate product specs regarding integrated flash and included memory card.
Pros
- fast sensor readout
- highlights exposure mode improves shadow detail
- 10-bit video recording
- custom modes save configuration changes
- 2x crop assignable to lens button
Cons
- no true auto mode
- cannot edit previous forum posts
- inaccurate product specs on flash and memory card
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R R1 | OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked BSI CMOS | Stacked BSI Live MOS |
| Size | full-frame | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Processor | DIGIC Accelerator + DIGIC X | TruePic X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 4897VideoPhase Detection: 4067 | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 40 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 40 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/64000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps | 240 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | RAW | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 9.4M dots★ | 5.8M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.92 kg | 0.51 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 520 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R R1 Black 2024
- Strong af (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
- Strong evf (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong burst (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (24th percentile)
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Canon EOS R R1 wins 6 specs while OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II wins 4.