Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X Key Specs
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- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z6
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- 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
- Launched January 2019
- Older Model is Olympus E-M1 II
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X Overview
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.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Olympus E-M1X
Z6 II | E-M1X | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | January 2019 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1037k | Sharper display (+1063k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Nikon Z6 II
E-M1X | Z6 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-M1X
Z6 II | E-M1X | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X Physical Comparison
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).
Look at the Nikon Z6 II versus Olympus E-M1X in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M1X Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus OM-D E-M1X |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2019-01-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Dual TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 997 gr (2.20 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 870 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | - |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail pricing | $1,997 | $2,999 |