Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R
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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Previous Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Introduced February 2019
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and S1R (47MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and S1R (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M1X was brought out within a month of the S1R so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-M1X matches up vs the S1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Panasonic S1R
E-M1X | S1R | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Olympus E-M1X
S1R | E-M1X | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1037k | Sharper display (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic S1R
E-M1X | S1R | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | February 2019 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X has physical 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) while the Panasonic S1R has specifications of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).
See the Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1X compared to the S1R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and S1R is 54 and 54 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and S1R.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-M1X due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic S1R will resolve extra detail having its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S1R Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-01-24 | 2019-02-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TruePic VIII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 47 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 8000 x 6000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 64 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Available lenses | 107 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 997 grams (2.20 pounds) | 1020 grams (2.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3525 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 pictures | 360 pictures |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Card slots | Two | Two |
Launch cost | $2,999 | $3,698 |