Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-PL1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-M1X was launched 8 years later than the E-PL1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-M1X scores versus the E-PL1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Olympus PEN E-PL1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys outer dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL1 has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-PL1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X versus the E-PL1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and E-PL1 is 54 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and E-PL1.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus E-M1X to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X provides a benefit in sensor technology.