Olympus E-M1 II vs Sony RX10 IV

Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-M1 II vs Sony RX10 IV, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-M1 II (20MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is relatively similar but the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and RX10 IV (1") boast different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1 II was launched 11 months prior to the RX10 IV which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-M1 II matches up vs the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 II enjoys physical dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") along with a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 II vs Sony RX10 IV in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M1 II and the RX10 IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 II and RX10 IV is 68 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 II and RX10 IV.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The E-M1 II includes the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The older E-M1 II is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.