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Canon EOS 6D Mark II vs OM System-OM-1 Mark II: which is better?

Canon EOS 6D Mark II and OM System-OM-1 Mark II compared side by side across 123 specs and 16 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 123 SPECS · 16 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

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CANON

Canon EOS 6D Mark II

$1,399

BEST VALUE

← TOP PICK

OM SYSTEM

OM System-OM-1 Mark II

$2,399

BEST OVERALL

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The OM System-OM-1 Mark II takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.0/10 — 0.8 ahead of the Canon EOS 6D Mark II. Tightest race: image quality, just 0.3 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 16 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

AUTO

IMAG

BUIL

DESI

FEAT

BATT

PERF

VIDE

VALU

BATT

DESI

FEAT

OPTI

PERF

VIDE

Canon EOS 6D Mark II×4

OM System-OM-1 Mark II×12

Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR CameraBEST VALUE

OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless CameraBEST OVERALL

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPOPTICS — OM System-OM-1 Mark II leads by 9.0

TIGHTESTImage Quality — only 0.3 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

MARK IIMARK II

AutofocusiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +1.5

MARK II8.0

MARK II9.5

Image QualityiCanon EOS 6D Mark II · +0.3

MARK II8.8

MARK II8.5

BuildiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +1.0

MARK II8.5

MARK II9.5

DesigniOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +0.5

MARK II8.5

MARK II9.0

FeaturesiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +1.0

MARK II8.0

MARK II9.0

BatteryiCanon EOS 6D Mark II · +1.5

MARK II9.0

MARK II7.5

PerformanceiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +0.8

MARK II8.2

MARK II9.0

VideographyiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +2.5

MARK II6.5

MARK II9.0

ValueiCanon EOS 6D Mark II · +0.5

MARK II8.5

MARK II8.0

BATTERYiCanon EOS 6D Mark II · +1.5

MARK II9.0

MARK II7.5

DESIGNiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +0.5

MARK II8.5

MARK II9.0

FEATURESiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +1.0

MARK II8.0

MARK II9.0

OPTICSiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +9.0

MARK II0.0

MARK II9.0

PERFORMANCEiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +0.8

MARK II8.2

MARK II9.0

VIDEOGRAPHYiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +2.5

MARK II6.5

MARK II9.0

VideoiOM System-OM-1 Mark II · +9.0

MARK II0.0

MARK II9.0

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Canon EOS 6D Mark II0.59BEST DEAL

02OM System-OM-1 Mark II0.38

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

123 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Canon EOS 6D Mark II$1,39916W8.2

OM System-OM-1 Mark II$2,39921W9.0

AF Pointsi

1,053← BEST +2240%

Subject Detectioni

Human

Human, Animal (Dog, Cat, Bird), Car, Motorcycle, Airplane, Helicopter, Train, Truck

Burst RateFPSi

6.5 fps

50 fps← BEST +669%

Battery HealthWHi

13.4 Wh

16.4 Wh

Removable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Battery Level IndicatoriSAME

Yes

Battery PowerMAHi

1865 mAh mAh

2280 mAh

Rechargeable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Full Charge Shotsi

1200 shots

Approx. 520 shots (CIPA)

Battery VoltageViSAME

7.2 V

Battery Modeli

LP-E6N

BLX-1

Card Slotsi

Single SD/SDHC/SDXC

Dual UHS-II SD

Weather SealingiSAME

Yes

Battery (CIPA)SHOTSi

1,200 shots← BEST +131%

520 shots

WeightGi

765 g

599 g← 22% lighter

Weather Sealed ( Splashproof )i

Yes

IP53 rated

Screen Resolutioni

1.04M dots

1.62M dots

Touch ScreeniSAME

Yes

System Camerai

DSLR

Mirrorless

EVF ResolutionM DOTSi

0 m dots

5.76 m dots← BEST

Screen SizeINCHiSAME

3 inch

Hot ShoeiSAME

Yes

FlashiSAME

Flip Out ScreeniSAME

Yes

VolumeCM³i

1300 cm³

890 cm³

Lowest Potential Operating Temperature°Ci

0 °C← BEST +100%

-10 °C

Tilting ViewfinderiSAME

EVF Refresh Rate ( Max )HZi

0 Hz

120 Hz← BEST

WidthMMi

144 mm← BEST +7%

134.8 mm

HeightMMi

110.5 mm← BEST +21%

91.6 mm

Maximum Operating Temperature°CiSAME

40 °C

Waterproof Depthi

0 m

Splashproof (IP53)

Thicknessi

74.8 mm

72.7 mm

Dxomark Sensor Scorei

85← BEST

Dxomark Sports Scorei

2,356← BEST

Dxomark Landscape Scorei

13.6← BEST

Dxomark Portrait Scorei

24.6← BEST

Bluetooth Versioni

4.1

5.0

Typei

DSLR

Premium

Viewfinderi

Optical

Electronic

Viewfinder Coveragei

100← BEST +2%

WeightGi

765 g← BEST +28%

599 g

Processori

DIGIC 7

TruePic X

Release Datei

2017-06-29

2024-01-30

Wi-Fi SupportediSAME

Yes

Bluetooth SupportediSAME

Yes

Dual Card Slotsi

Yes← BEST

Pixel Shift Shoti

Yes (Handheld and Tripod High Res Shot)

Shoots RawiSAME

Yes

Supports Lossless Compressed Rawi

Yes

Wi-Fi Versioni

802.11b/g/n

802.11ac

Supports A RemoteiSAME

Yes

HDMI SupportediSAME

Yes

GPS Supporti

Yes← BEST

Support Live Streamingi

Yes← BEST

Advanced Hot Shoei

Yes (Multi-Interface Shoe)

Internal StorageiSAME

HDMI Versioni

Type C

Micro-HDMI (Type D)

Internal Storage SizeiSAME

0 GB

NFC Supportedi

Yes← BEST

USB Type-Ci

Yes← BEST

External Memory SlotiSAME

Yes

Sensori

Full-frame CMOS

20.4MP Stacked BSI Live MOS

ResolutionMPi

26.2 MP← BEST +28%

20.4 MP

ISO Rangei

100-40000 (expandable to 50-102400)

ISO 200-25600 (expandable to 80-102400)

Dynamic RangeSTOPSi

11.9 stops

12 stops← BEST +1%

Stabilizationi

Digital IS for video

5-axis Sensor-Shift

Sensor Sizei

35.9 x 24.0 mm

Micro Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm)

Lens MountiSAME

Yes

Megapixelsi

26.2 MP

20.4 MP

Maximum ISOi

40,000← BEST +56%

25,600

Sensor Shift Stabilizationi

Yes← BEST

Continuous Shootingi

6.5 fps

10 fps

Phase Detection Autofocus For PhotosiSAME

Yes

Fastest Shutter Speedi

1/4000 s

1/8000 sec (mechanical)

Focus Pointsi

45 (all cross-type)

1053

Maximum Expanded ISOiSAME

102400

AF TrackingiSAME

Yes

Manual FocusiSAME

Yes

Touch AutofocusiSAME

Yes

Manual Shutter SpeediSAME

Yes

BSI Sensori

Yes← BEST

Manual ExposureiSAME

Yes

Serial Shot ModeiSAME

Yes

CMOS SensoriSAME

Yes

Built In HDR ModeiSAME

Yes

Two Stage ShutteriSAME

Yes

Manual ISOiSAME

Yes

Flash Sync Speedi

1/180 s

1/250 sec

Manual White BalanceiSAME

Yes

Exposure Timei

30-1/4000 s

30 sec to 1/8000 sec (mechanical)

Image Stabilization Ratingi

6.9

7.5← BEST +9%

Maximum Electronic Shutter Speedi

1/32000 sec

Can Combine Image Stabilizationi

Yes (Sync IS with compatible lenses)

Can Create Panoramas In Camerai

Yes← BEST

Stacked Cmos Sensori

—

USB SupportediSAME

Yes

USB Versioni

2.0

USB 3.0 (Type-C)

Pixel Size ( Main Camera )i

5.75 µm

3.3 µm

Build Qualityi

8.5

9.5← BEST +12%

Controlsi

8.5

9← BEST +6%

Autofocus Pointsi

9.5← BEST +19%

Image Qualityi

8.8← BEST +4%

8.5

Video Qualityi

6.5

9← BEST +38%

Battery Lifei

9← BEST +20%

7.5

Low Light Performancei

8.5← BEST +6%

The Verdicti

The Canon EOS 6D Mark II remains a solid choice for photographers seeking a full-frame DSLR with a vari-angle screen and reliable autofocus, especially those invested in Canon's EF lens system. It delivers excellent stills performance and a comfortable shooting experience.

The OM System OM-1 Mark II is a highly refined professional mirrorless camera, excelling in speed, stabilization, and computational photography, making it ideal for demanding outdoor and action photog

CommentsiSAME

—

Overall Ratingi

8.8

9← BEST +2%

Color Combinationi

8.4

9.4← BEST +12%

Video Recording ( Main Camera )i

1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p)

C4K/4K 60p, Full HD 240p

Phase Detection Autofocus For VideosiSAME

Yes

Microphone InputiSAME

Yes

Audio Jacki

Yes← BEST

Timelapse FunctioniSAME

Yes

Movie Bit Ratei

Up to 90 Mbps (IPB)

Up to 202 Mbps (4K)

24p Cinema ModeiSAME

Yes

Supports Slow Motion Video RecordiSAME

Yes

Continuous Autofocus When Recording MoviesiSAME

Yes

Stereo MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

Max Videoi

Full HD (1080p)

C4K 60p

Internal Colori

8-bit 4:2:0

10-bit 4:2:0 internal

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

OM System-OM-1 Mark IIOM SYSTEM9.0

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS 6D Mark II (8.2)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Canon EOS 6D Mark IICANON8.2

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · OM System-OM-1 Mark II (0.4)

PRIORITY · OPTICS

Best for optics

OM System-OM-1 Mark IIOM SYSTEM9.0

OPTICS WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the optics category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS 6D Mark II (0.0)

PRIORITY · VIDEO

Best for video

OM System-OM-1 Mark IIOM SYSTEM9.0

VIDEO WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the video category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS 6D Mark II (0.0)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#2CANON0.0

Canon EOS 6D Mark II

“The Canon EOS 6D Mark II is a versatile full-frame DSLR camera, offering excellent image quality and advanced autofocus for enthusiasts and ”

Battery 9.0

Image Quality 8.8

Wins Image Quality

Wins Resolution

TRADE-OFFLacks 4K video recording

BEST VALUEFull review →

#1OM SYSTEM0.0

OM System-OM-1 Mark II

“The OM System OM-1 Mark II is a high-performance mirrorless camera designed for advanced photographers and videographers seeking speed, dura”

Autofocus 9.5

Build 9.5

Wins Overall Rating

Wins AF Points

TRADE-OFFMicro Four Thirds sensor size limitations

BEST OVERALLBest price →

Still deciding? The OM System-OM-1 Mark II is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 9.0/10 · WINS 12 OF 16 CATEGORIES

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Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera vs OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera: which is better?

The OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera is our overall pick, scoring 9.0/10 against 8.2/10 for the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera — a 10% edge. Current starting prices span $1,399–$2,399. The score weighs category-specific cameras attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera leads overall with a 9.0 total score.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera wins 55 comparable specs with a 45% weighted win rate.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera has the strongest high-impact advantage in Image Quality.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera8.2/10

The Canon EOS 6D Mark II is a versatile full-frame DSLR camera, offering excellent image quality and advanced autofocus for enthusiasts and professionals.

Pros

+ Excellent full-frame image quality
+ Fast, accurate 45-point AF system
+ Vari-angle touchscreen LCD
+ Robust weather-sealed build

Cons

− Lacks 4K video recording
− Limited dynamic range at base ISO
− Single SD card slot

Best for: Portrait and wedding photographers · Landscape and travel photography · Enthusiasts upgrading to full-frame

“Verdict: The Canon EOS 6D Mark II remains a solid choice for photographers seeking a full-frame DSLR with a vari-angle screen and reliable autofocus, especially those invested in Canon's EF lens system. It delivers excellent stills…”

OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless CameraWINNER 9.0/10

The OM System OM-1 Mark II is a high-performance mirrorless camera designed for advanced photographers and videographers seeking speed, durability, and exceptional image stabilization.

Pros

+ World-class image stabilization
+ Blazing fast burst shooting
+ Advanced AI autofocus
+ Exceptional weather sealing

Cons

− Micro Four Thirds sensor size limitations
− Premium price point
− Minor upgrades from predecessor

Best for: Wildlife and sports photographers · Outdoor and adventure photography · Computational photography users

“Verdict: The OM System OM-1 Mark II refines an already excellent camera, offering significant computational photography enhancements, a deeper buffer, and improved AI autofocus, making it a compelling choice for demanding outdoor and…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera or OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific cameras specs, the OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera scores highest overall (9.0/10, 0.8 points ahead of the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera and OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera?

The biggest measurable differences are Image Quality, Overall Rating, Sensor — with the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera leading on Image Quality. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera better value than the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera?

The OM System OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera starts around $2,399 and the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera around $1,399. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other cameras on ComparZone?

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