Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 8010

Below is a complete review of the Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus 8010, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and 8010 (13MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and 8010 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was manufactured 9 years later than the 8010 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E-M1X matches up against the 8010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X features exterior measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8010 has dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M1X versus the 8010.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and 8010 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and 8010.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M1X will deliver more detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger E-M1X should have an edge in sensor technology.