Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL8

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus E-PL8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and E-PL8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was announced 2 years after the E-PL8 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up vs the E-PL8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus PEN E-PL8. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm GFX 50R enjoys exterior measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") having a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL8 has sizing of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus E-PL8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs the E-PL8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-PL8 is 59 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-PL8.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50R having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will render greater detail with its extra 35MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 50R will have an advantage in sensor innovation.