Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic LX100 II

Here, we are comparing the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic LX100 II, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the LX100 II (17MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1X was released 6 months later than the LX100 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-M1X grades versus the LX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X has got outer measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Panasonic LX100 II has sizing of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic LX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1X against the LX100 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and LX100 II is 54 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and LX100 II.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus E-M1X to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.