Olympus E-M1 vs Sony A7R V

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M1 vs Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and A7R V (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The E-M1 was released 10 years before the A7R V which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-M1 scores vs the A7R V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Sony Alpha A7R V. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 enjoys outer 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 Sony A7R V has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M1 against the A7R V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 and A7R V is 71 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 and A7R V.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R V will give greater detail as a result of its extra 45MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged E-M1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.