Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Olympus E-M1

Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus Olympus E-M1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100 (102MP) and E-M1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100 (Medium format) and E-M1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100 was released 5 years after the E-M1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 100 matches up versus the E-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 100 and Olympus OM-D E-M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 100 enjoys outer measurements of 156mm x 144mm x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") along with a weight of 1320 grams (2.91 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus Olympus E-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 compared to the E-M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 100 and E-M1 is 52 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and E-M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 100 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm GFX 100 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 86MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm GFX 100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.