Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Released July 2006
- Replaced the Konica Minolta 5D
- Replacement is Sony A550

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A100, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and A100 (10MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and A100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

The E-M1X was manufactured 12 years after the A100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1X matches up against the A100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Sony A100
E-M1X | A100 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | ![]() | July 2006 | More modern by 152 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+807k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Olympus E-M1X
A100 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A100
E-M1X | A100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X has 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 Sony A100 has measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1X vs the A100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and A100 is 54 and 64 respectively.

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and A100.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-M1X featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Olympus E-M1X will produce extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer E-M1X will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A100 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2019-01-24 | 2006-07-31 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 107 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 lb) | 638 gr (1.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photographs | - |
Battery type | Built-in | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Launch cost | $2,999 | $1,000 |