Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M1X

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus E-M1X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the E-M1X (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 was announced 6 years prior to the E-M1X which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the E-M1 scores vs the E-M1X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 comes with exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1X has proportions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus E-M1X in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1 versus the E-M1X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and E-M1X is 71 and 54 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and E-M1X.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus E-M1X to produce extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-M1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.