Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Released January 2019
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(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
- Introduced May 2010
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL1s
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1 Overview
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).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus E-PL1
E-M1X | E-PL1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | May 2010 | Fresher by 106 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 230k | Clearer display (+807k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Olympus E-M1X
E-PL1 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-PL1
E-M1X | E-PL1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PL1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus PEN E-PL1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-01-24 | 2010-05-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 lb) | 334 gr (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 487 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 pictures | 290 pictures |
Battery form | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Retail price | $2,999 | $288 |