Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 8000

Below is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus 8000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and 8000 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and 8000 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was released 9 years later than the 8000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1X grades vs the 8000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X offers outer dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X versus the 8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and 8000 is 54 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and 8000.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-M1X will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger E-M1X is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.