Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1
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Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 340g - 111 x 61 x 46mm
- Announced July 2019
- Succeeded the Canon G5 X
(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
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon G5 X MII and Olympus E-PM1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the G5 X MII (20MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the G5 X MII (1") and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe G5 X MII was unveiled 7 years after the E-PM1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon G5 X MII being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the G5 X MII matches up vs the E-PM1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The full galleries are available at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G5 X MII over the Olympus E-PM1
G5 X MII | E-PM1 | |||
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Announced | July 2019 | November 2011 | More modern by 93 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Canon G5 X MII
E-PM1 | G5 X MII |
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Common features in the Canon G5 X MII and Olympus E-PM1
G5 X MII | E-PM1 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X MII provides physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon G5 X MII and Olympus E-PM1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G5 X MII and the E-PM1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and E-PM1.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G5 X MII using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon G5 X MII will give you extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher G5 X MII will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Canon G5 X MII vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-07-09 | 2011-11-23 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/25600 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340g (0.75 pounds) | 265g (0.58 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 61 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $900 | $499 |