OM System OM-1 Mark II vs Sony a7CR

OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024

OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024

OM System
95 Overall Score
vs
Sony a7CR Black 2023

Sony a7CR Black 2023

Sony
94 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024

88 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews

The OM System OM-1 Mark II is highly praised for its fast autofocus, especially for bird and wildlife photography, and its compact, lightweight design compared to full-frame cameras. Users appreciate the improved menu system and low-light performance, though some note the lack of an Auto mode and the absence of an included external battery charger as drawbacks. Overall, it is seen as a powerful and versatile camera, with a few minor complaints about accessories and learning curve.

Pros
  • Fast and accurate autofocus
  • Compact and lightweight body
  • Excellent low-light performance
  • Intuitive menu system
  • Great for bird and wildlife photography
Cons
  • No Auto mode
  • External battery charger not included
  • Expensive external charger
  • Learning curve for new users
  • Rubber charging port cover may wear out
👍 Autofocus performance 5
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Low light performance 3
👍 Menu usability 2
👎 Missing auto mode 2
👎 Battery charger inclusion 2

Sony a7CR Black 2023

88 out of 100 high confidence 91 reviews

The Sony A7CR is overwhelmingly praised as a compact full-frame powerhouse, with users highlighting its 61MP sensor, exceptional autofocus, and portability for travel and street photography. Many reviewers note it rivals or surpasses larger, more expensive cameras like the A7RV, Leica Q3, and Hasselblad systems. Common criticisms include the small, dim viewfinder, complex menus, and lack of included accessories like a charger or eyecup, but these are often seen as acceptable trade-offs for the size and image quality.

Pros
  • 61MP full-frame sensor
  • Exceptional autofocus
  • Compact and lightweight body
  • Great for travel and street photography
  • High-resolution cropping flexibility
Cons
  • Small and dim viewfinder
  • Complex and overwhelming menus
  • No included charger or cable
  • No eyecup included
  • Loud shutter sound
👍 Image quality 18
👍 Autofocus 14
👍 Portability 15
👎 Viewfinder 6
👎 Menu complexity 4
👍 Value for money 5

Scores

Travel
OM System
85
Sony
96
Wedding Events
OM System
92
Sony
92
Video
OM System
90
Sony
92
Sports Wildlife
OM System
91
Sony
86
Streaming
OM System
80
Sony
91
Photography
OM System
88
Sony
91
Product Photography
OM System
83
Sony
91
Vlogging
OM System
77
Sony
89
Beginner
OM System
88
Sony
87
Youtube
OM System
84
Sony
87

Specifications

OM System OM-1 Mark IISony a7CR
Sensor
TypeStacked BSI Live MOSCMOS
Sizemicro-four-thirdsfull-frame
Megapixels20.399999618530273 MP61 MP★
ISO Range200100★
ProcessorTruePic XBIONZ XR
Autofocus
AF Points
1,053
693
AF TypeSingle AF (S-AF), Single AF (S-AF+MF), Continuous AF (C-AF), ConPhoto, VideoPhase Detection: 693
Eye AF✓✓
Animal AF✓✓
Subject Detection✓✓
Shooting
Burst (Mechanical)120 fps★8 fps
Burst (Electronic)120 fps★7 fps
Max Shutter1/320001/8000
Electronic Shutter✓✓
Video
Max Resolution4K4K
4K FPS60 fps60 fps
1080p FPS240 fps★120 fps
10-bit✓✓
Log Profile✓✓
RAW Video✓✓
CodecH.264, H.265XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Display & EVF
Screen Size3"3"
Touchscreen✓✓
Articulating✓✓
EVF Resolution5.8M dots★2.4M dots
Build
Weather Sealed✓✓
Weight0.51 kg0.43 kg★
Battery Life520 shots★490 shots
Connectivity
Wi-Fi✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
USBUSB-CUSB-C
HDMIMicro HDMI★Micro-HDMI
Hot Shoe✓✓

Pros & Cons

OM System 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 affordability (18th percentile)18th %ile

Sony a7CR Black 2023

  • Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Below average affordability (15th percentile)15th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: OM System OM-1 Mark II

Scores 95 overall, wins 1 of 10 usage categories and 7 of 33 specs.

OM System OM-1 Mark II Better at:

Sports Wildlife

Sony a7CR Better at:

TravelYoutubeVloggingStreamingPhotographyProduct Photography