EOS R50vs OM System TG-7vs Sigma fp L
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
Sigma
Sigma fp L (2021)
From £1999
Best for High-resolution creative & documentary shooters
View Sigma fp L
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Family — EOS R50 (2023): Canon's most beginner-friendly RF body — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in an approachable package.
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.
High-Resolution Creative & Documentary Shooters — Sigma fp L (2021): 61MP and phase-detect AF in the world's smallest full-frame body — the fp L is the most capable iteration of Sigma's extraordinary compact.
Who should buy what
EOS R50 (2023)
- You're completely new to mirrorless cameras and want something uncomplicated
- You create vertical content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts
- You want great autofocus without needing to understand complex menus
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
Sigma fp L (2021)
- You need the highest resolution available in the smallest possible full-frame mirrorless
- You shoot architecture, landscape, or commercial work where fine detail is absolutely critical
- You want the cinematic flexibility of the fp platform paired with maximum megapixel count
Quick take: The sigma fp l has the highest resolution at 61mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R50 (2023) | OM System TG-7 (2023) | Sigma fp L (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £599 | £449 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 12MP BSI CMOS | 61MP full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 12.0MP | 61.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (uncropped 4K/24p), FHD/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, face/eye/subject tracking | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | Phase-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | Digital IS | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 15fps electronic | 20fps | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 375g body only | 253g | 427g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | None | None (optional clip-on EVF available) |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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