Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax K110D

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus E-M1X versus Pentax K110D, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and K110D (6MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and K110D (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The E-M1X was revealed 12 years later than the K110D and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1X scores against the K110D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Pentax K110D. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys exterior dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Pentax K110D has proportions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1X versus Pentax K110D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X against the K110D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and K110D is 54 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and K110D.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Olympus E-M1X will result in greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern E-M1X is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.