EOS R10vs OM-5vs A6700
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS R10 (2022): Canon's most affordable RF body — Dual Pixel AF and a vari-angle screen in a compact, lightweight package.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
All-Round & Video — A6700 (2023): Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.
Who should buy what
EOS R10 (2022)
- You're buying your first serious interchangeable-lens camera
- You want reliable animal and people tracking without a steep learning curve
- You want an APS-C body with access to Canon's full RF lens range
OM-5 (2022)
- You need weather sealing and in-body stabilisation in a compact, lightweight body
- You hike, travel, or shoot outdoors and want serious protection without the weight penalty
- You're in the MFT ecosystem and want a step up in capability from entry-level bodies
A6700 (2023)
- You want a compact, travel-friendly system without sacrificing autofocus performance
- You're an enthusiast upgrading from an entry-level camera and ready for a more capable body
- You shoot wildlife or sports and want APS-C reach from a lightweight kit
- You create video content and need reliable subject and eye tracking in a small form factor
Quick take: The a6700 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the eos r10 is the most affordable; only the om-5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | OM-5 (2022) | A6700 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £899 | £999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.4MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K | 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 429g body only | 414g body only | 493g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm | 122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type A slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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