Nikon L32 vs Olympus E-M1X

Its time to look closer at the Nikon L32 vs Olympus E-M1X, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L32 (20MP) and the E-M1X (20MP) is pretty similar but the L32 (1/2.3") and E-M1X (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The L32 was launched 5 years earlier than the E-M1X and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L32 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L32 grades versus the E-M1X when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery and Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 has got external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1X has proportions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L32 vs Olympus E-M1X in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the L32 versus the E-M1X.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L32 and E-M1X is 93 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L32 and E-M1X.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The L32 offers the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The older L32 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.