Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Replaced the Olympus E-PL1
- Replacement is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-PL1s and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PL1s (12MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-PL1s was released 12 months before the E-PM1 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-PL1s grades versus the E-PM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Olympus E-PM1
E-PL1s | E-PM1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Olympus E-PL1s
E-PM1 | E-PL1s | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | November 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Olympus E-PM1
E-PL1s | E-PM1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1s provides physical measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-PL1s and Olympus E-PM1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL1s and the E-PM1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1s and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL1s and E-PM1.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged E-PL1s will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-11-16 | 2011-11-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Truepic V | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334 gr (0.74 pounds) | 265 gr (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | 330 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $599 | $499 |