Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1
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Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 120 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced August 2015
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M10
- Renewed by Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Revealed May 2010
- New Model is Olympus E-PL1s
Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus E-M10 II and Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the E-M10 II (16MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M10 II was revealed 5 years later than the E-PL1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-M10 II scores versus the E-PL1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 II over the Olympus E-PL1
E-M10 II | E-PL1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2015 | May 2010 | More recent by 65 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Olympus E-M10 II
E-PL1 | E-M10 II |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 II and Olympus E-PL1
E-M10 II | E-PL1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-M10 II features outer dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1 has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 II and Olympus E-PL1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M10 II against the E-PL1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 II and E-PL1 is 82 and 86 respectively.
Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 II and E-PL1.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus E-M10 II to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M10 II vs Olympus E-PL1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 II | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M10 II | Olympus PEN E-PL1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-08-25 | 2010-05-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, flash off, 1st-curtain slow sync w/redeye, 1st-curtain slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/30p/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390 grams (0.86 lb) | 334 grams (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 83 x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 842 | 487 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec., 2 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $288 |