Olympus E-M10 vs Sony TX100V

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-M10 and Sony TX100V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very well matched but the E-M10 (Four Thirds) and TX100V (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 was introduced 3 years later than the TX100V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the E-M10 scores versus the TX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 and Sony TX100V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M10 against the TX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 and TX100V is 82 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 and TX100V.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The E-M10 offers the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The newer E-M10 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.