EOS R8vs Lumix G9 IIvs OM-5
Lumix
Lumix G9 II (2023)
From £1499
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
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Which should you buy?
Full-Frame Entry — EOS R8 (2023): Canon's most affordable full-frame mirrorless — 4K/60p 10-bit and class-leading Dual Pixel AF at an accessible entry price.
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
Who should buy what
EOS R8 (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality on a tight budget
- You shoot mainly in good light and can live without built-in stabilisation
- You primarily shoot stills with occasional video
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- You want the best Micro Four Thirds camera for both stills and video
- You shoot wildlife, sports, or documentary and value the compact, lightweight MFT system
- You're invested in the MFT lens ecosystem and want the top-tier body to go with it
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
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the om-5 is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 ii, om-5 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R8 (2023) | Lumix G9 II (2023) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,099 | £1,499 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 25.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/60p oversampled 10-bit, FHD/180p | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 1053 zones, eye/face/subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 6fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~220 shots (CIPA) | 680 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 461g body only | 658g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 86.1 × 70.0mm | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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