Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS 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
- Introduced January 2019
- Earlier 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
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was announced 7 years later than the TG-820 iHS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-M1X grades versus the TG-820 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
E-M1X | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | February 2012 | More recent by 85 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 1030k | Crisper display (+7k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus E-M1X
TG-820 iHS | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Olympus TG-820 iHS
E-M1X | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements |
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X comes with physical dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X against the TG-820 iHS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and TG-820 iHS is 54 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and TG-820 iHS.
As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M1X will provide more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher E-M1X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2019-01-24 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,030 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 grams (2.20 lbs) | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Retail cost | $2,999 | $500 |