Olympus E-M1X vs Sony A55

Here, we are matching up the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A55, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and A55 (16MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and A55 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was brought out 8 years later than the A55 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the E-M1X matches up vs the A55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X comes with external 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) and the Sony A55 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M1X and Sony A55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1X vs the A55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and A55 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and A55.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-M1X will give more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern E-M1X is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.