Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX10

Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M1X and Sony RX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is pretty close but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and RX10 (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was introduced 4 years later than the RX10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-M1X matches up vs the RX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1X offers exterior measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) and the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1X and Sony RX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the E-M1X vs the RX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and RX10 is 54 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and RX10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-M1X features the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more recent E-M1X is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.