Nikon Z8 vs Olympus E-M1X

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon Z8 vs Olympus E-M1X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and E-M1X (20MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizing.

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The Z8 was revealed 4 years after the E-M1X which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Z8 scores against the E-M1X for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z8 & Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z8 Gallery & Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z8 has exterior measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1X has specifications 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Z8 and the E-M1X.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z8 and E-M1X is 55 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z8 and E-M1X.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z8 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z8 will provide extra detail because of its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer Z8 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.