Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Released February 2020
- Replaced the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced November 2011
- New Model is Olympus E-PM2
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-M1 III and Olympus E-PM1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Four Thirds).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M1 III was announced 8 years later than the E-PM1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-M1 III scores vs the E-PM1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Olympus E-PM1
E-M1 III | E-PM1 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | November 2011 | Fresher by 101 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer display (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Olympus E-M1 III
E-PM1 | E-M1 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Olympus E-PM1
E-M1 III | E-PM1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 III enjoys outside dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Check out the Olympus E-M1 III and Olympus E-PM1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1 III against the E-PM1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 III and E-PM1 is 67 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 III and E-PM1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus E-M1 III to show greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern E-M1 III is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-02-11 | 2011-11-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic IX | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 35 |
Cross focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 580 gr (1.28 lb) | 265 gr (0.58 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 330 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLH-1 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,800 | $499 |