Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV 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
- Released January 2019
- Old Model is Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched June 2015
- Older Model is Sony RX100 III
- New Model is Sony RX100 V
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony RX100 IV, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is fairly well matched but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and RX100 IV (1") use totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe E-M1X was brought out 3 years later than the RX100 IV and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E-M1X scores versus the RX100 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Sony RX100 IV
E-M1X | RX100 IV | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | June 2015 | Fresher by 45 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Olympus E-M1X
RX100 IV | E-M1X | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 1037k | Crisper display (+192k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Sony RX100 IV
E-M1X | RX100 IV | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X enjoys physical dimensions 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 RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony RX100 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-M1X and the RX100 IV.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and RX100 IV is 54 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and RX100 IV.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The E-M1X has got the larger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF easier. The newer E-M1X will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX100 IV Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2019-01-24 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual TruePic VIII | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 64 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0fps | 16.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
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 | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 997g (2.20 lbs) | 298g (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photographs | 280 photographs |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Price at release | $2,999 | $898 |