EOS Rvs OM-5
Canon
EOS R (2018)
Starting from £799 new
Best for Entry to full-frame mirrorless & RF lens exploration
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Entry To Full-Frame Mirrorless & Rf Lens Exploration — EOS R (2018): The RF mount's founding camera — 30MP, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, and the proof-of-concept that launched Canon's mirrorless era.
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 R (2018)
- Canon DSLR users wanting to enter the RF ecosystem at the lowest full-frame price
- EF lens collectors who want an affordable RF body to use with the EF-RF adapter
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who want full-frame quality on a budget
- RF system fans who want a second body without full EOS R6 pricing
OM-5 (2022)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need a compact, weather-sealed body
- Travellers who want MFT's compact size with pro-level weather protection
- E-M5 III owners upgrading to OM System's improved subject detection
- Photographers who want strong IBIS and rugged build without OM-1 pricing
Quick take: The eos r has the highest resolution at 30mp; the eos r is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R (2018) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £799 | £899 |
| Sensor | 30.3MP full-frame CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 30.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (1.7× crop), 1080p/60p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF — 5655 AF areas, Eye AF | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps continuous (5fps with AF/AE) | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 135.8 × 98.3 × 84.4mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.71× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS R | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wedding | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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