Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 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
- Introduced January 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Launched January 2010
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and A450 (14MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and A450 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1X was revealed 9 years later than the A450 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-M1X scores vs the A450 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Sony A450
E-M1X | A450 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | January 2010 | Fresher by 111 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Olympus E-M1X
A450 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A450
E-M1X | A450 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X provides external 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 A450 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M1X vs the A450.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and A450 is 54 and 65 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and A450.
As you can see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus E-M1X will offer more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger E-M1X should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A450 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-01-24 | 2010-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual TruePic VIII | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 107 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | 997g (2.20 lb) | 560g (1.23 lb) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 769 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 images | 1050 images |
Battery style | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Price at launch | $2,999 | $1,241 |