Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-PL6

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-PL6, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the E-PL6 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 was revealed 9 months prior to the E-PL6 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1 scores versus the E-PL6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 & Olympus PEN E-PL6. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 features outside dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL6 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M1 versus the E-PL6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and E-PL6 is 71 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 and E-PL6.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged E-M1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.