Canon 1D X II vs Olympus E-1

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 1D X II and Olympus E-1, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and E-1 (5MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and E-1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D X II was announced 12 years later than the E-1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1D X II matches up against the E-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II & Olympus E-1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D X II Gallery & Olympus E-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X II provides physical dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-1 has measurements of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D X II and Olympus E-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 1D X II versus the E-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X II and E-1 is 50 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X II and E-1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1D X II having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D X II will render more detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher 1D X II provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.