Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax XG-1

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus E-M1 III and Pentax XG-1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and XG-1 (16MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and XG-1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1 III was launched 5 years later than the XG-1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-M1 III grades versus the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 III features exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 III and Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M1 III compared to the XG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 III and XG-1 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and XG-1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M1 III due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus E-M1 III will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 III is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.