Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL7

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL7, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and E-PL7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was launched 4 years later than the E-PL7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up against the E-PL7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides outer measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL7 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus the E-PL7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-PL7 is 59 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-PL7.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 50R should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.