Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus 6000

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus 6000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and 6000 (10MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and 6000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1 was introduced 4 years later than the 6000 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E-M1 grades versus the 6000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 provides external dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6000 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus 6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E-M1 versus the 6000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 and 6000 is 71 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 and 6000.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 will offer you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent E-M1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.