Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic FZ60

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic FZ60, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and FZ60 (16MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and FZ60 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The E-M1X was announced 6 years later than the FZ60 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the E-M1X grades against the FZ60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X comes with physical measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M1X versus the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and FZ60 is 54 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and FZ60.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus E-M1X will result in more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher E-M1X provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.