Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K100D

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax K100D, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and K100D (6MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and K100D (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1X was brought out 12 years later than the K100D and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1X scores against the K100D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Pentax K100D. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X features exterior measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) and the Pentax K100D has dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1X and Pentax K100D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X compared to the K100D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and K100D is 54 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and K100D.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus E-M1X will provide more detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.