Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic GH5 II

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic GH5 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the GH5 II (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1X was brought out 3 years earlier than the GH5 II and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-M1X grades vs the GH5 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Panasonic GH5 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X offers 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) and the Panasonic GH5 II has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M1X versus the GH5 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and GH5 II is 54 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and GH5 II.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older E-M1X is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.