Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Silver 2016
Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Black 2017
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
Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Black 2017
The Sony A7R III is overwhelmingly praised by users who have switched from other brands or upgraded within Sony. Reviewers highlight its 42-megapixel sensor, 10fps burst, excellent autofocus, and lightweight build as major advantages. The camera is described as a game-changer for professional work, street photography, and even sports, with fully customizable controls and 5-axis stabilization. All five reviews are 5-star, indicating very high satisfaction.
Pros
- 42-megapixel sensor
- 10fps burst shooting
- excellent autofocus
- lightweight and compact
- fully customizable controls
Cons
- No cons mentioned in reviews
Scores
Specifications
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Sony Alpha a7R IIIA | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | MOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 20.299999237060547 MP | 42.400001525878906 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 200 | 100★ |
| Processor | TruePic VIII | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 121 (121 Cross-Type)Contrast Detection: 121 | Phase Detection: 399Contrast Detection: 425 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 60 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codec | H.264 | XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 0.66 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 530 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C (USB 2.0) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| 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
Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Black 2017
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 9 of 33 specs.