Olympus E-400 vs Olympus E-M1X

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus E-400 versus Olympus E-M1X, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both sold by Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the E-400 (10MP) and E-M1X (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-400 was released 13 years prior to the E-M1X and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the E-400 scores against the E-M1X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-400 & Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-400 Gallery & Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-400 provides outer dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1X has proportions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-400 versus Olympus E-M1X in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-400 versus the E-M1X.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-400 and E-M1X is 77 and 54 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-400 and E-M1X.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus E-M1X to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older E-400 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.