Canon EOS 90Dvs OM System TG-7vs Sony FX30
Canon
Canon EOS 90D (2019)
From £849
Best for Sports, wildlife & DSLR enthusiasts
View Canon EOS 90D
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
Which should you buy?
Sports, Wildlife & Dslr Enthusiasts — Canon EOS 90D (2019): The best APS-C DSLR Canon ever made — 32MP, 10fps, weather sealing, and an optical viewfinder experience no mirrorless can replicate.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
Canon EOS 90D (2019)
- You're invested in Canon EF DSLR lenses and don't want to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sports and prefer an optical viewfinder
- You want a mid-range DSLR upgrade without going mirrorless
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Sony FX30 (2022)
- You're a filmmaker or video producer who wants Sony cinema colour in a compact, affordable body
- You want 4K/120fps slow motion without the cost of an FX3 or FX6
- You shoot documentary, corporate video, or YouTube content at a professional standard
Quick take: The canon eos 90d has the highest resolution at 32mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon EOS 90D (2019) | OM System TG-7 (2023) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £449 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 32.5MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel AF) | 12MP BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 32.5MP | 12.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (1.6× crop), FHD/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF (live view), 45-point phase-detect (OVF) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | Digital IS | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical | 20fps | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~1300 shots (CIPA with OVF) | 340 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 701g body only | 253g | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.7 × 104.8 × 76.8mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.95× magnification | None | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon EF / EF-S | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-I | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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