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Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
89
Imaging
48
Features
52
Overall
49
Olympus PEN E-PM1 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
67
Features
89
Overall
75

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
  • Launched November 2011
  • Renewed by Olympus E-PM2
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Introduced March 2023
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM1 was brought out 12 years earlier than the ZV-E1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PM1 grades vs the ZV-E1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Sony ZV-E1

 E-PM1 ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Olympus E-PM1

 ZV-E1 E-PM1 
IntroducedMarch 2023November 2011More modern by 138 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1037k460kSharper screen (+577k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Sony ZV-E1

 E-PM1 ZV-E1 
Focus manually More accurate focusing
Screen dimension3"3.00"Identical screen measurement

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM1 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the E-PM1 compared to the ZV-E1.

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and ZV-E1 is 89 and 80 respectively.

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and ZV-E1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-PM1 features the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh tougher. The more aged E-PM1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-PM1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-PM1 Portrait photography info
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography info
60
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides face detection focusing
saves RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
72
manual focus
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus E-PM1
Street photography with Sony ZV-E1
75
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
screen is fixed
84
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
boasts focus by touch
environment sealing
lighter than competition in class (483g)
above average ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus E-PM1 Sports photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography highlights
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (6.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
lack of phase detect AF
72
quiet mode (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (570 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
maximum shutter speed is a little low