Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic FZ1000

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic FZ1000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is very close but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and FZ1000 (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was launched 4 years after the FZ1000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-M1X grades versus the FZ1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X features physical 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 FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic FZ1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M1X and the FZ1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and FZ1000 is 54 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and FZ1000.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The E-M1X provides the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more recent E-M1X is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.