Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P1

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus E-M1X versus Olympus E-P1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and E-P1 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1X was launched 9 years after the E-P1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the E-M1X scores against the E-P1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Olympus PEN E-P1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X offers physical measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P1 has dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the E-M1X versus the E-P1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and E-P1 is 54 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and E-P1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus E-M1X to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer E-M1X is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.