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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X

Portability
54
Imaging
62
Features
93
Overall
74
Olympus OM-D E-M1X front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X front
Portability
59
Imaging
79
Features
93
Overall
84

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Key Specs

Olympus E-M1X
(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
  • Released January 2019
  • Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
Panasonic S5 II X
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3968 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
  • Launched January 2023
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic S5
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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Overview

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is relatively similar but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and S5 II X (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was unveiled 5 years earlier than the S5 II X and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E-M1X matches up against the S5 II X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Panasonic S5 II X

 E-M1X S5 II X 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Olympus E-M1X

 S5 II X E-M1X 
LaunchedJanuary 2023January 2019More recent by 48 months
Screen resolution1840k1037kSharper screen (+803k dot)

Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic S5 II X

 E-M1X S5 II X 
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen sizing3"3.00"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X offers physical 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 S5 II X has sizing of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-M1X vs the S5 II X.

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and S5 II X is 54 and 59 respectively.

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X top view buttons comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and S5 II X.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic S5 II X will offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older E-M1X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X sensor size comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Portrait photography details
Panasonic S5 II X Portrait photography details
77
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
87
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features face detection focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Street photography features
Panasonic S5 II X Street photography features
67
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus via touch
weather proof
very good high ISO (25,600)
heavier than average (997g)
78
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has touch focus
weather sealing
very good high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus E-M1X as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic S5 II X as a Sports photography camera
81
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (60.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
weather proof
better than average battery life (870 per charge)
has phase detect AF
83
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
has phase detect auto focus
not so great battery pack (370 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Travel photography details
Panasonic S5 II X Travel photography details
68
better than average battery life (870 shots)
weather proof
connects via bluetooth
includes focus via touch
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
heavier than average (997 grams)
72
weather sealing
has bluetooth
has touch focus
good megapixels (24MP)
display is selfie friendly
not so great battery pack (370 per charge)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Landscape photography factors
Panasonic S5 II X Landscape photography factors
80
focusing manually
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
very good high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
weather proof
better than average battery life (870 shots)
has double storage slots
83
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
very good high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
has double storage slots
not so great battery pack (370 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus E-M1X
Vlogging with Panasonic S5 II X
68
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect focusing
high res video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has mic port
heavier than average (997 grams)
79
display is selfie friendly
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focus
video res high (5952 x 3968 resolution)
has external mic port
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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic S5 II X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic S5 II X
 Olympus OM-D E-M1XPanasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus OM-D E-M1X Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2019-01-24 2023-01-04
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Dual TruePic VIII -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Full frame
Sensor dimensions 17.4 x 13mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 226.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5184 x 3888 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 25600 51200
Highest enhanced ISO - 204800
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Min enhanced ISO 64 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 121 779
Lens
Lens mounting type Micro Four Thirds Leica L
Amount of lenses 107 65
Crop factor 2.1 1
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3" 3.00"
Display resolution 1,037 thousand dot 1,840 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot 3,680 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 60.0 frames per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options 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
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 5952x3968
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Built-in None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 997 grams (2.20 lbs) 740 grams (1.63 lbs)
Dimensions 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 870 shots 370 shots
Battery form Built-in Battery Pack
Battery model - DMW-BLJ31
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
Storage slots 2 2
Price at release $2,999 $2,199