Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic LF1

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus E-M1X versus Panasonic LF1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was revealed 5 years later than the LF1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E-M1X scores versus the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X has outside 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 LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M1X versus Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-M1X and the LF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and LF1 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and LF1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M1X will render greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer E-M1X will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.