OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024

OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024

OM System
95 Overall Score
vs
Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021

Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021

Canon
84 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

Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021

82 out of 100 high confidence 116 reviews

The Canon EOS R3 is widely praised for its blazing-fast autofocus, excellent ergonomics, and robust build quality, making it a top choice for sports and action photographers. Many users highlight the impressive 30fps electronic shutter, superb low-light performance, and natural color reproduction. However, some reviewers report occasional freezing issues, a learning curve for the eye-control AF, and a desire for higher megapixels. The camera's value has improved with recent price drops, though a few note it lacks some pro features found in the 1D X series.

Pros
  • Blazing-fast autofocus
  • Excellent ergonomics and build quality
  • Impressive 30fps electronic shutter
  • Superb low-light performance
  • Natural color reproduction
Cons
  • Occasional freezing issues
  • Eye-control AF has learning curve
  • Desire for higher megapixels
  • Mixed memory card slots (CFexpress + SD)
  • Some find body too small for 1-series hands
👍 Autofocus performance 25
👍 Build quality and ergonomics 18
👍 Image quality 15
🤔 Megapixel resolution 12
👎 Reliability and freezing 8
🤔 Eye control af 10

Scores

Sports Wildlife
OM System
91
Canon
93
Wedding Events
OM System
92
Canon
86
Video
OM System
91
Canon
89
Beginner
OM System
88
Canon
79
Photography
OM System
88
Canon
83
Travel
OM System
85
Canon
74
Youtube
OM System
84
Canon
82
Product Photography
OM System
83
Canon
80
Streaming
OM System
80
Canon
74
Vlogging
OM System
77
Canon
70

Specifications

OM System OM-1 Mark IICanon EOS R R3
Sensor
TypeStacked BSI Live MOSStacked BSI CMOS
Sizemicro-four-thirdsfull-frame
Megapixels20.399999618530273 MP24.100000381469727 MP★
ISO Range200100★
ProcessorTruePic XDIGIC X
Autofocus
AF Points
1,053
1,053
AF TypeSingle AF (S-AF), Single AF (S-AF+MF), Continuous AF (C-AF), ConPhase Detection: 1053
Eye AF✓✓
Animal AF✓✓
Subject Detection✓✓
Shooting
Burst (Mechanical)120 fps★12 fps
Burst (Electronic)120 fps★30 fps
Max Shutter1/320001/64000
Electronic Shutter✓✓
Video
Max Resolution4K6K★
4K FPS60 fps120 fps★
1080p FPS240 fps★100 fps
10-bit✓✓
Log Profile✓✓
RAW Video✓✓
CodecH.264, H.265H.264, H.265, Raw
Display & EVF
Screen Size3"3.2"★
Touchscreen✓✓
Articulating✓✓
EVF Resolution5.8M dots5.8M dots
Build
Weather Sealed✓✓
Weight0.51 kg★0.82 kg
Battery Life520 shots★—
Connectivity
Wi-Fi✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
USBUSB-CUSB-C
HDMIMicro HDMIMicro 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

Canon EOS R R3 Black 2021

  • Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong video (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: OM System OM-1 Mark II

Scores 95 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 5 of 33 specs.

OM System OM-1 Mark II Better at:

VideoTravelYoutubeBeginnerVloggingStreamingPhotographyWedding EventsProduct Photography