Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Older Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Released October 2022
- Previous Model is Sony A7R IV
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and A7R V (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was manufactured 4 years earlier than the A7R V which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E-M1X scores versus the A7R V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Sony Alpha A7R V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Sony A7R V
E-M1X | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Olympus E-M1X
A7R V | E-M1X | |||
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Released | October 2022 | January 2019 | Newer by 45 months | |
Screen size | 3.20" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2360k | 1037k | Clearer screen (+1323k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A7R V
E-M1X | A7R V | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X has got 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 Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A7R V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-M1X vs the A7R V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and A7R V is 54 and 60 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and A7R V.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1X featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R V will give you greater detail due to its extra 41MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-M1X is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-01-24 | 2022-10-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 9504 x 6336 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 102800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Total lenses | 107 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3.20" |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 9,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 grams (2.20 pounds) | 723 grams (1.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photographs | 600 photographs |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Price at launch | $2,999 | $3,900 |