Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Introduced January 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Revealed June 2008
- Renewed by Sony A380
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A350, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and A350 (14MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and A350 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M1X was launched 10 years later than the A350 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-M1X grades versus the A350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Sony A350
E-M1X | A350 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | June 2008 | Fresher by 130 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Olympus E-M1X
A350 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A350
E-M1X | A350 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X provides outer dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Sony A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony A350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1X compared to the A350.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and A350 is 54 and 62 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and A350.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Olympus E-M1X will show extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The newer E-M1X provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A350 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-01-24 | 2008-06-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 226.2mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 107 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 grams (2.20 lb) | 674 grams (1.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 595 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 pictures | - |
Battery style | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at release | $2,999 | $600 |