Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A9

Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the A9 (24MP) is very similar but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and A9 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1X was launched 22 months later than the A9 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-M1X grades against the A9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Sony Alpha A9. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X comes with outer 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 A9 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

See the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the E-M1X vs the A9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and A9 is 54 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and A9.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A9 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger E-M1X should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.