Olympus E-M1 II vs Sony HX400V

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-M1 II versus Sony HX400V, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 II (20MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1 II was revealed 2 years later than the HX400V and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the E-M1 II grades versus the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 II comes with exterior dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") and a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 II versus Sony HX400V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M1 II against the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 II and HX400V is 68 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 II and HX400V.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The E-M1 II offers the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The more modern E-M1 II provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.