Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100
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Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Revealed October 2013
- New Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Launched January 2014
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus SP-100, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is fairly similar but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and SP-100 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1 was introduced 3 months earlier than the SP-100 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-M1 scores against the SP-100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Olympus SP-100
E-M1 | SP-100 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper display (+577k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Olympus E-M1
SP-100 | E-M1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus SP-100
E-M1 | SP-100 | |||
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Launched | October 2013 | January 2014 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 has physical dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-M1 against the SP-100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and SP-100 is 71 and 63 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 and SP-100.
To sum up, both cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The E-M1 uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-10-28 | 2014-01-29 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePIC VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 920k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 497g (1.10 pounds) | 594g (1.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 757 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 330 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLN-1 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $799 | $400 |