Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M1X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and E-M1X (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the E-M1X so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z7 scores versus the E-M1X in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 has outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Olympus E-M1X has proportions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M1X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z7 versus the E-M1X.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and E-M1X is 62 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 and E-M1X.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 will provide more detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.