Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
Olympus OM-D E-M10 E-M10 Mark IV Silver 2020
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is widely praised for its exceptional autofocus, especially for sports and wildlife, with many users noting a significant upgrade from the original R5. However, several reviewers report overheating issues during extended use, particularly in warm conditions, and some express disappointment with high ISO noise and occasional freezing or autofocus failures. The camera's pre-capture and eye-tracking features are game-changers for action photography, but the need for new LP-E6P batteries to unlock full functionality is a common frustration.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus speed and accuracy
- Excellent for sports and wildlife photography
- Pre-capture feature for action shots
- Eye-tracking autofocus works well
- Improved viewfinder with no blackout
Cons
- Overheating during extended use
- High ISO noise at higher settings
- Occasional freezing and lockups
- Autofocus failures in some conditions
- Requires new LP-E6P batteries for full functionality
Olympus OM-D E-M10 E-M10 Mark IV Silver 2020
The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is widely praised for its compact size, lightweight design, and excellent image quality, making it a favorite for travel and beginners. However, several verified reviews report serious reliability issues, including the camera bricking after months of use, and poor customer service from Olympus. Connectivity limitations, such as no webcam mode and a clunky app, are also common complaints, though many users find the camera's value and ease of use outweigh these drawbacks.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent image quality
- Great for beginners
- Good value for money
- Stylish retro look
Cons
- Poor customer service
- Reliability issues after months
- Limited connectivity (no webcam)
- Clunky app and WiFi
- No USB-C charging
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II | Olympus OM-D E-M10 E-M10 Mark IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | BSI CMOS | Live MOS |
| Size | full-frame | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 45 MP★ | 20.299999237060547 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Processor | DIGIC Accelerator | TruePic VIII |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 1053VideoPhase Detection: 975 | Contrast Detection: 121 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 15 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps★ | 15 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264/MP4/XF-AVC S/XF-HEVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit | H.264/MOV |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.68 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 320 shots | 360 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | Micro-USB 2.0 |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R5 EOS R5 Mark II
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong evf (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
Olympus OM-D E-M10 E-M10 Mark IV Silver 2020
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong evf (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
Olympus OM-D E-M10 E-M10 Mark IV Silver 2020 offers 5.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 14 of 33 specs.
