Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic FX700

Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic FX700, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and FX700 (14MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and FX700 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The E-M1 II was introduced 6 years later than the FX700 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-M1 II grades against the FX700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 II has got physical dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 II vs the FX700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and FX700 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 II and FX700.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 II with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 II will provide more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer E-M1 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.