Olympus E-M1 II vs Sony RX100 II

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M1 II versus Sony RX100 II, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 II (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is relatively similar but the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and RX100 II (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1 II was manufactured 3 years later than the RX100 II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the E-M1 II grades vs the RX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 II enjoys physical dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 II versus Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the E-M1 II versus the RX100 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 II and RX100 II is 68 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 II and RX100 II.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-M1 II includes the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh easier. The more modern E-M1 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.