Olympus E-M1X vs Sony HX350

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony HX350, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is pretty similar but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and HX350 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The E-M1X was introduced 2 years later than the HX350 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the E-M1X scores vs the HX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have 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") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony HX350 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X versus the HX350.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and HX350 is 54 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and HX350.

To sum up, both cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-M1X uses the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent E-M1X will have an edge in sensor technology.