Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced August 2014
- Updated by Olympus E-PL7
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Revealed April 2009
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus E-PL6 and Sony HX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL6 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL6 was manufactured 5 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the E-PL6 matches up vs the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Sony HX1
E-PL6 | HX1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2014 | April 2009 | Fresher by 65 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Olympus E-PL6
HX1 | E-PL6 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL6 and Sony HX1
E-PL6 | HX1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL6 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PL6 and Sony HX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the E-PL6 compared to the HX1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and HX1 is 88 and 67 respectively.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and HX1.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-PL6 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Olympus E-PL6 will produce extra detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern E-PL6 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-08-01 | 2009-04-22 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 9.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 lbs) | 544 gr (1.20 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $47,999 |