Olympus E-P1 vs Sony TX1

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus E-P1 versus Sony TX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is very comparable but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and TX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor size.

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The E-P1 was manufactured around the same time to the TX1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-P1 matches up vs the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P1 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P1 enjoys outside dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P1 versus Sony TX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P1 vs the TX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and TX1 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P1 and TX1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-P1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus E-P1 will provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.