Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Released January 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Introduced April 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-P1
- Newer Model is Olympus E-P3
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-M1X versus Olympus E-P2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and E-P2 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was introduced 8 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-M1X grades against the E-P2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Olympus PEN E-P2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus E-P2
E-M1X | E-P2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | April 2010 | More recent by 107 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Olympus E-M1X
E-P2 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-P2
E-M1X | E-P2 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X has got exterior dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Olympus E-P2 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1X versus Olympus E-P2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the E-M1X vs the E-P2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and E-P2 is 54 and 86 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and E-P2.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus E-M1X to provide greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-P2 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus PEN E-P2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus PEN E-P2 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-01-24 | 2010-04-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TruePic VIII | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 grams (2.20 pounds) | 355 grams (0.78 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 505 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch cost | $2,999 | $799 |