OM System OM-1 Mark II vs Sony α7 ILCE7K/B
OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
Sony α7 ILCE7K/B Black
What Buyers Say
OM System OM-1 Mark II Black 2024
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
Sony α7 ILCE7K/B Black
The Sony A7 is highly praised for its excellent image quality, especially in low light, and its compact, lightweight design compared to traditional DSLRs. Users appreciate the full-frame sensor, fast autofocus, and the ability to use a wide range of lenses with adapters. Some minor drawbacks include a limited buffer for long exposures, a somewhat cluttered menu system, and the lack of in-body stabilization, but overall it is considered a fantastic value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent low-light performance
- Compact and lightweight design
- Full-frame sensor
- Fast autofocus
- Great image quality
Cons
- Limited buffer for long exposures
- Cluttered menu system
- No in-body image stabilization
- Battery life could be better
- Slow lens rollout from Sony
Scores
Specifications
| OM System OM-1 Mark II | Sony α7 ILCE7K/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked BSI Live MOS | CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 20.399999618530273 MP | 24.299999237060547 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 200 | 100★ |
| Processor | TruePic X | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Single AF (S-AF), Single AF (S-AF+MF), Continuous AF (C-AF), Con | Auto & Manual |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 120 fps★ | 5 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | High Definition 1920 x 1080p / 60 fps (50 Mbps), 1920 x 1080p / 30 fps (50 Mbps), 1920 x 1080p / 24 fps (50 Mbps), High Definition 1280 x 720p / 120 fps (50 Mbps) (50 Mbps), High Definition AVCHD 1920 x 1080p / 60 fps (28 Mbps), 1920 x 1080i / 60 fps (24 M |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 1.0M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.51 kg | 0.47 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 520 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | Micro-USB |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI D (Micro) |
| 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 α7 ILCE7K/B Black
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 14 of 33 specs.