Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Silver 2016
Canon EOS R R7 Black 2022
What Buyers Say
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Silver 2016
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is highly praised for its superb image stabilization, lightweight build, and excellent handling, making it a favorite for hiking and nature photography. Users appreciate its value, especially when compared to the Mark III, and note that it remains a capable camera despite its age. Some minor drawbacks include the lack of GPS, no pinch zoom on the touchscreen, and the need for firmware updates with older lenses.
Pros
- Excellent image stabilization
- Lightweight and compact
- Comfortable grip and handling
- Great value for money
- High-quality images
Cons
- No built-in GPS
- No pinch zoom on touchscreen
- Firmware updates needed for older lenses
- Screen protector may prevent flush closing
- No slow motion above 60fps
Canon EOS R R7 Black 2022
The Canon EOS R7 is widely praised for its excellent autofocus, in-body image stabilization, and lightweight design, making it a favorite for wildlife and sports photography. However, many users report issues with shutter shock, inconsistent autofocus in certain conditions, and a lack of native RF-S lenses. The small body and button layout also draw criticism from those with larger hands, and some experienced reliability problems like the camera not turning on.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus and eye tracking
- In-body image stabilization (IBIS)
- Lightweight and compact design
- High resolution 32.5 MP sensor
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Shutter shock at slow speeds
- Inconsistent autofocus in some conditions
- Small body and cramped button layout
- Limited native RF-S lens selection
- No battery grip available
Scores
Specifications
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Canon EOS R R7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | MOS | CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 20.299999237060547 MP | 32.5 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 200 | 100★ |
| Processor | TruePic VIII | DIGIC X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 121 (121 Cross-Type)Contrast Detection: 121 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 651 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 fps | 15 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 60 fps★ | 30 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 0.53 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 660 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C (USB 2.0) | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Silver 2016
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong burst (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong stabilization (87th percentile)87th %ile
Canon EOS R R7 Black 2022
- Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Pricing
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Silver 2016
No current pricing available
Canon EOS R R7 Black 2022
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.
