Olympus E-M1 vs Sony QX10

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus E-M1 versus Sony QX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is very similar but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and QX10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1 was introduced 2 months later than the QX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E-M1 matches up vs the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 features outer dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M1 versus Sony QX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E-M1 compared to the QX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and QX10 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony QX10 will offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.