Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M5 II

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-M5 II, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are built by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the E-M5 II (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 was unveiled 15 months prior to the E-M5 II making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-M1 matches up versus the E-M5 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus OM-D E-M5 II. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus E-M5 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 features outer measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Olympus E-M5 II has sizing of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-M5 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1 vs the E-M5 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 and E-M5 II is 71 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and E-M5 II.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged E-M1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.