Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic G100

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M1X versus Panasonic G100, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the G100 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1X was introduced 17 months earlier than the G100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the E-M1X scores against the G100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X comes with outer dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1X versus Panasonic G100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M1X and the G100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and G100 is 54 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and G100.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older E-M1X is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.