Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Launched January 2019
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Revealed May 2013
- Previous Model is Olympus E-PM1
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-PM2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Olympus. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe E-M1X was revealed 5 years after the E-PM2 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-M1X matches up vs the E-PM2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus E-PM2
E-M1X | E-PM2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | May 2013 | Newer by 70 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer display (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Olympus E-M1X
E-PM2 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-PM2
E-M1X | E-PM2 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X has exterior dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM2 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus E-PM2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the E-M1X and the E-PM2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and E-PM2 is 54 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and E-PM2.
As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus E-M1X to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer E-M1X provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-01-24 | 2013-05-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
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 | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 lbs) | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photos | 360 photos |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at release | $2,999 | $448 |