Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS 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
- Announced January 2019
- Old Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both are built by Olympus. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was released 6 years later than the TG-630 iHS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-M1X scores versus the TG-630 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
E-M1X | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Released | January 2019 | January 2013 | Fresher by 74 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper display (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Olympus E-M1X
TG-630 iHS | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus TG-630 iHS
E-M1X | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X provides exterior dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-630 iHS has sizing of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M1X against the TG-630 iHS.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and TG-630 iHS is 54 and 94 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and TG-630 iHS.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M1X will render extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X will have an edge in sensor tech.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2019-01-24 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 997g (2.20 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 images |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Launch price | $2,999 | $200 |