Olympus OM-D E-M1 vs Manfrotto 131DB
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Black
Manfrotto 131DB Black
What Buyers Say
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Black
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the OM-D E-M1 as an exceptionally versatile and compact camera that excels in a wide range of shooting scenarios, from wildlife to street photography. Users love its robust build, ergonomic design, and the incredible 5-axis stabilization, though some note a learning curve with the complex menu system. A couple of long-term users remain highly satisfied after years of use, highlighting the camera's ability to produce beautiful prints up to 18x24 inches. The most common criticisms center on the challenging menu, a reported white balance issue causing a yellow tint in certain conditions, and the continuous autofocus needing refinement.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight body
- Excellent 5-axis image stabilization
- Versatile for multiple shooting scenarios
- Comfortable ergonomics and handling
- Customizable controls
Cons
- Complex menu system
- White balance issues causing yellow tint
- Continuous autofocus needs improvement
- Learning curve for new users
Manfrotto 131DB Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Specifications
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Manfrotto 131DB | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Live MOS | — |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | — |
| Megapixels | 16.299999237060547 MP★ | — |
| ISO Range | 100★ | — |
| Processor | TruePic VII | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 81Phase Detection: 37 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps★ | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 30 fps★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264, Motion JPEG | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3"★ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | — |
| Articulating | ✓★ | — |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.44 kg★ | 0.91 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Black
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong evf (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average sensor (16th percentile)16th %ile
Manfrotto 131DB Black
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong affordability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average video (25th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average sensor (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Black
No current pricing available
Manfrotto 131DB Black
Verdict
Scores 68 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 23 specs.
