Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon Z6 II versus Olympus E-M1X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and E-M1X (20MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z6 II was released 21 months later than the E-M1X making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z6 II grades versus the E-M1X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II comes with outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1X has sizing of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z6 II vs the E-M1X.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and E-M1X is 61 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and E-M1X.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer Z6 II is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.