Fujifilm XP200 vs Olympus E-P2

In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XP200 versus Olympus E-P2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP200 (1/2.3") and E-P2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XP200 was introduced 2 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP200 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP200 grades against the E-P2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 and Olympus PEN E-P2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery and Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP200 offers outside measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 vs the E-P2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and E-P2 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP200 and E-P2.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP200 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm XP200 will produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.