Canon EOS R5 Mark IIvs OM-5vs OM System TG-7
Canon
Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024)
From £4299
Best for Hybrid shooters & professionals
View Canon EOS R5 Mark II
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
Which should you buy?
Hybrid Shooters & Professionals — Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024): The most complete hybrid camera Canon has ever made — 45MP stacked BSI, 30fps burst, 8K/60p RAW, and Canon's legendary Dual Pixel AF in one body.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
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.
Who should buy what
Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024)
- You're a working photographer or filmmaker who needs high-resolution stills and professional video
- You shoot commercial, editorial, or high-end portrait work
- You want the absolute best Canon mirrorless has to offer
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
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
Quick take: The canon eos r5 mark ii has the highest resolution at 45mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024) | OM-5 (2022) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,299 | £899 | £449 |
| Sensor | 45MP full-frame BSI stacked CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 45.0MP | 20.4MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 8K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, Cinema RAW Light | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, AI subject tracking | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (coordinated with IS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 12fps mechanical | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical | 20fps |
| Battery Life | 570 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 746g body only | 414g body only | 253g |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 101.2 × 93.5mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.64" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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