Olympus PEN-F vs Sony QX1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus PEN-F and Sony QX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the PEN-F (20MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is pretty close but the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and QX1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The PEN-F was introduced 18 months later than the QX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the PEN-F matches up against the QX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN-F and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus PEN-F provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has sizing of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus PEN-F and Sony QX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the PEN-F against the QX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PEN-F and QX1 is 84 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the PEN-F and QX1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The PEN-F features the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The more modern PEN-F is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.