EOS M200vs OM-1
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Casual & Vlogging — EOS M200 (2019): The EOS M200 is Canon's most approachable APS-C mirrorless — slim, light, and simple, with Dual Pixel AF that makes sharp results effortless. No EVF and no IBIS keep it firmly entry-level, but for first-time buyers stepping up from a smartphone, it delivers reliable, confidence-inspiring results in a genuinely compact package.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
Who should buy what
EOS M200 (2019)
- First-time camera buyers stepping up from a smartphone
- Casual photographers who want APS-C quality in a compact body
- Vloggers wanting a lightweight flip-screen mirrorless
- Students and beginners learning photography
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The eos m200 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m200 is the most affordable; only the om-1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M200 (2019) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop), 1080p/60p | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and eye detection | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 6.1fps | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | ~315 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 299g (with battery and card) | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 108.2 × 67.1 × 35.1mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M200 | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Casual | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Astrophotography | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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