Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung HZ50W

The following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung HZ50W, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and HZ50W (14MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and HZ50W (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The E-M1X was launched 8 years after the HZ50W which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the E-M1X matches up vs the HZ50W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X features outer measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-M1X vs Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M1X vs the HZ50W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and HZ50W is 54 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and HZ50W.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1X featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M1X will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X should have an edge in sensor technology.