Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X
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Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Revealed August 2018
- Newer Model is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max 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
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Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Overview
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.
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Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Olympus E-M1X
Z7 | E-M1X | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper screen (+1063k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Nikon Z7
E-M1X | Z7 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M1X
Z7 | E-M1X | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | August 2018 | ![]() | January 2019 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X size comparison Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z7-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and E-M1X is 62 and 54 respectively.
![Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X top view buttons comparison Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z7-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X sensor size comparison Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Z7-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z7-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1X Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z7 | Olympus OM-D E-M1X |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-08-23 | 2019-01-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Dual TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 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 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 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 | 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 | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 997 gr (2.20 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 99 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2668 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 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 feature | ||
Storage type | XQD card | - |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Retail price | $2,797 | $2,999 |