OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit
Micro Four Thirds · 2022
Canon EOS R5 Mark II
full-frame · 2024
Canon EOS R5 Mark II takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit lands at 85 and Canon EOS R5 Mark II at 95. That puts Canon EOS R5 Mark II ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Canon EOS R5 Mark II if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhoto
Canon EOS R5 Mark IICompared on the photo sub-score
Canon EOS R5 Mark II leads on photo (95 vs 85).
Autofocus
Canon EOS R5 Mark IICompared on the autofocus sub-score
Canon EOS R5 Mark II leads on autofocus (93 vs 83).
Video
Canon EOS R5 Mark IICompared on the video sub-score
Canon EOS R5 Mark II leads on video (91 vs 81).
Value for money
OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kitSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit more score per dollar ($3,399 vs $4,299).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit | Canon EOS R5 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Micro Four Thirds | full-frame |
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 |
OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Canon EOS R5 Mark II
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
FAQ: OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit vs Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Which is better, OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit or Canon EOS R5 Mark II? +
Canon EOS R5 Mark II scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit worth the price? +
At $3,399, OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ergonomics.
Is Canon EOS R5 Mark II worth the price? +
At $4,299, Canon EOS R5 Mark II delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in photo.
Does OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit or Canon EOS R5 Mark II last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for photo, OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit or Canon EOS R5 Mark II? +
Canon EOS R5 Mark II — leads on photo (95 vs 85). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for autofocus, OM System OM-1 · with 24-70mm kit or Canon EOS R5 Mark II? +
Canon EOS R5 Mark II — leads on autofocus (93 vs 83). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.