Canon EOS M M50 Mark II White 2020
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS M M50 Mark II White 2020
The Canon EOS M50 Mark II is generally well-liked for its lightweight design, ease of use, and good video quality, especially for vlogging and live-streaming. However, some users report short battery life, connectivity issues with USB, and disappointment with the lack of major upgrades over the original M50. Overall, it's a solid entry-level mirrorless camera with some limitations.
Pros
- Lightweight and portable
- Easy to use for beginners
- Great video quality for vlogging
- Good autofocus with eye tracking
- WiFi connectivity for image transfer
Cons
- Short battery life
- USB connectivity issues with laptops
- No major upgrades from M50 Mark I
- No interval shooting mode for photos
- White body not sold separately
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
The OM-1 is overwhelmingly praised for its excellent build quality, ergonomics, and lightweight design, making it a joy to use for both hobbyists and professionals. Users highlight the improved menu system, powerful computational features, and impressive image quality, especially in high-resolution modes. While there is a slight learning curve for those switching from other brands, the camera's performance and portability are seen as major advantages over full-frame competitors.
Pros
- Excellent build quality and ergonomics
- Lightweight and portable system
- Improved menu system
- Powerful computational features
- Impressive image quality
Cons
- Steep learning curve for new users
- Incompatible with older BLH-1 battery
- No external battery charger included
- WiFi cannot connect to home network
- Limited video recording time information
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS M M50 Mark II | OM System OM-1 OM-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI MOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 24.100000381469727 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Processor | DIGIC 8 | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 143Phase Detection: 99 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 1053 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✗ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 24 fps | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codec | H.264/MP4 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg★ | 0.51 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 520 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | Micro-USB (USB 2.0) | USB-C★ |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS M M50 Mark II White 2020
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sensor (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average build (15th percentile)15th %ile
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 10 usage categories and 11 of 33 specs.
