Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1
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![Canon EOS M front Canon EOS M front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_EOS_M_0.jpg)
![Olympus PEN E-PM1 front Olympus PEN E-PM1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Olympus_PEN_E-PM1_0.jpg)
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Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched July 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced November 2011
- Later Model is Olympus E-PM2
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Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon M versus Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the M (18MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the M (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.
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The M was announced 9 months after the E-PM1 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M grades against the E-PM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Olympus E-PM1
M | E-PM1 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 9 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Canon M
E-PM1 | M |
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Common features in the Canon M and Olympus E-PM1
M | E-PM1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon M provides outside measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon M versus Olympus E-PM1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M against the E-PM1.
![Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 size comparison Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and E-PM1 is 89 and 89 respectively.
![Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 top view buttons comparison Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M and E-PM1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon M will render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern M provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 sensor size comparison Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Canon EOS M | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS M | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-07-23 | 2011-11-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 pounds) | 265g (0.58 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 65 | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 827 | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 330 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $510 | $499 |