Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 775g - 161 x 97 x 66mm
- Announced September 2018
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 380g - 117 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2018
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL8

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus E-PL9, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm GFX 50R was manufactured 8 months later than the E-PL9 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades vs the E-PL9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Olympus PEN E-PL9. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50R over the Olympus E-PL9
Fujifilm GFX 50R | E-PL9 | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | ![]() | February 2018 | Fresher by 8 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+1320k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL9 over the Fujifilm GFX 50R
E-PL9 | Fujifilm GFX 50R |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus E-PL9
Fujifilm GFX 50R | E-PL9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides external measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") having a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL9 has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus E-PL9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R compared to the E-PL9.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-PL9 is 59 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-PL9.
To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 35MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm GFX 50R is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-PL9 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50R | Olympus PEN E-PL9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Olympus PEN E-PL9 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-09-25 | 2018-02-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X Processor Pro | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm G | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 12 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.97x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 360s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 8.6fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.60 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Auto, manual, redeye reduction, slow sync w/redeye reduction, slow sync , slow sync 2nd-curtain, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/125s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 775 gr (1.71 pounds) | 380 gr (0.84 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 161 x 97 x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") | 117 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 350 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-T125 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Price at release | $4,499 | $599 |