Olympus E-M1X vs Sony NEX-5R

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-M1X and Sony NEX-5R, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and NEX-5R (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1X was launched 6 years after the NEX-5R which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the E-M1X grades against the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X features 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) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1X and Sony NEX-5R in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the E-M1X compared to the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and NEX-5R is 54 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and NEX-5R.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1X because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus E-M1X will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X is going to have an edge in sensor tech.