Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X
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Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F1.7-16) lens
- 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Released November 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Introduced January 2019
- Replaced the Olympus E-M1 II
Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the Q-P (24MP) and the E-M1X (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Q-P (Full frame) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Q-P was unveiled 2 months before the E-M1X so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica Q-P being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Q-P grades vs the E-M1X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q-P & Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The full galleries are available at Leica Q-P Gallery & Olympus E-M1X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q-P over the Olympus E-M1X
Q-P | E-M1X | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Sharper screen (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Leica Q-P
E-M1X | Q-P | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Leica Q-P and Olympus E-M1X
Q-P | E-M1X | |||
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Introduced | November 2018 | January 2019 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica Q-P has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1X has measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).
See the Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Q-P and the E-M1X.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Q-P and E-M1X is 63 and 54 respectively.
Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Q-P and E-M1X.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q-P having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica Q-P will resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively.
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Leica Q-P vs Olympus E-M1X Specifications
Leica Q-P | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Olympus |
Model type | Leica Q-P | Olympus OM-D E-M1X |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-11-06 | 2019-01-24 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Maestro II | Dual TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7-16 | - |
Macro focusing range | 17cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 60.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640g (1.41 lb) | 997g (2.20 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 870 photos |
Battery type | - | Built-in |
Battery ID | BP-DC12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Retail pricing | $3,995 | $2,999 |