EOS RPvs OM-5vs A7C II
Which should you buy?
Entry Full-Frame Stills Photography — EOS RP (2019): An affordable gateway into the RF system. The RP makes sense as a stepping stone camera — if you're committed to Canon RF glass, this is the cheapest full-frame body to buy those lenses for. Just manage expectations on video and battery life.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
EOS RP (2019)
- Canon users who want to start investing in RF glass affordably
- Stills photographers who shoot primarily in good light
- Anyone coming from a Canon DSLR wanting the RF system at low cost
- Travel photographers who prioritise compactness over video specs
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
A7C II (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality in the most compact body possible
- You travel constantly and need a serious camera that doesn't weigh down your bag
- You're a portrait or lifestyle photographer who shoots on the move
- You create content for social media or YouTube and want full-frame quality in a vlog-friendly form
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; the eos rp is the most affordable; only the om-5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS RP (2019) | OM-5 (2022) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £799 | £899 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.2MP | 20.4MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (with 1.7× crop), 1080p/60p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4779 manually selectable positions | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 5fps mechanical | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) — very limited | ~370 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 485g (body, battery, card) | 414g body only | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 85.0 × 70.0mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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