Olympus E-M5 vs Sony RX100 V

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus E-M5 vs Sony RX100 V, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-M5 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is fairly similar but the E-M5 (Four Thirds) and RX100 V (1") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M5 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the RX100 V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the E-M5 matches up versus the RX100 V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 features external dimensions of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M5 vs Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the E-M5 and the RX100 V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M5 and RX100 V is 81 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M5 and RX100 V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M5 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 V will offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older E-M5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.