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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V

Portability
54
Imaging
61
Features
93
Overall
73
Olympus OM-D E-M1X front
 
Sony Alpha A7R V front
Portability
60
Imaging
84
Features
96
Overall
88

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Key Specs

Olympus E-M1X
(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
Sony A7R V
(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
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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.

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Sony A7R V

 E-M1X A7R V 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Olympus E-M1X

 A7R V E-M1X 
ReleasedOctober 2022January 2019Newer by 45 months
Screen size3.20"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2360k1037kClearer screen (+1323k dot)

Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A7R V

 E-M1X A7R V 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully articulatedFully 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-M1X as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A7R V as a Portrait photography camera
76
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
comes with face detect focus
delivers RAW files
90
has manual focus
MP count great (61MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus E-M1X
Street photography with Sony A7R V
67
screen articulates
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
supports touch to focus
environment sealing
very good ISO range (25,600)
heavier than competitors (997 grams)
79
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
provides touch to focus
environment proofing
great ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Sports photography details
Sony A7R V Sports photography details
80
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
max frames per second high (60.0 fps)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
comes with tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (870 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
92
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (61 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery power (600 CIPA)
comes with phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Travel photography advice
Sony A7R V Travel photography advice
68
better than average battery life (870 CIPA)
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
supports touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
heavier than competitors (997 grams)
80
good battery power (600 shots)
environment proofing
has bluetooth
provides touch to focus
MP count great (61MP)
selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus E-M1X as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7R V as a Landscape photography camera
79
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
environment sealing
better than average battery life (870 per charge)
has double storage slots
89
has manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3.20 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (61MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
great ISO range (32,000)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
good battery power (600 per charge)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus E-M1X Vlogging advice
Sony A7R V Vlogging advice
68
selfie friendly display
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with mic port
heavier than competitors (997g)
80
selfie friendly display
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focus
high quality video (7680 x 4320 resolution)
does have microphone support
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A7R V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-M1X and Sony A7R V
 Olympus OM-D E-M1XSony Alpha A7R V
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