Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Announced January 2019
- Superseded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus TG-810, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are produced by Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and TG-810 (14MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and TG-810 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was unveiled 7 years later than the TG-810 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the E-M1X matches up versus the TG-810 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Olympus TG-810. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Olympus TG-810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus TG-810
E-M1X | TG-810 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | August 2011 | Fresher by 91 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 920k | Clearer display (+117k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Olympus E-M1X
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus TG-810
E-M1X | TG-810 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X comes with outside measurements 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 TG-810 has specifications of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus TG-810 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the E-M1X vs the TG-810.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and TG-810 is 54 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and TG-810.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-M1X will offer you greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern E-M1X will have a benefit in sensor technology.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-810 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus TG-810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus TG-810 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2019-01-24 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.20 m |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 lb) | 215 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photographs | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Launch price | $2,999 | $428 |