Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- 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
- Previous Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Launched April 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus 1

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s Overview
Here is a complete review of the Olympus E-M1X versus Olympus 1s, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and 1s (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and 1s (1/1.7") feature different sensor dimensions.

The E-M1X was announced 3 years later than the 1s and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-M1X grades versus the 1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Olympus Stylus 1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus 1s
E-M1X | 1s | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | ![]() | April 2015 | Fresher by 47 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus 1s over the Olympus E-M1X
1s | E-M1X | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus 1s
E-M1X | 1s | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X has exterior measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) and the Olympus 1s has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-M1X versus Olympus 1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the E-M1X vs the 1s.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and 1s is 54 and 79 respectively.

Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and 1s.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-M1X will render more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher E-M1X should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 1s Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus Stylus 1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus Stylus 1s |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2019-01-24 | 2015-04-13 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.30 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 lbs) | 402 gr (0.89 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 images | 450 images |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Price at launch | $2,999 | $699 |