Olympus E-M1X vs Sony RX1R

Lets look much closer at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony RX1R, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-M1X (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is pretty well matched but the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and RX1R (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The E-M1X was brought out 5 years later than the RX1R and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the E-M1X grades versus the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1X has got exterior measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1X versus Sony RX1R in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1X vs the RX1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1X and RX1R is 54 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and RX1R.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX1R will give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern E-M1X should have an advantage in sensor innovation.