Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-M10 II

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus E-M10 II, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the E-M10 II (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-M10 II (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 21 months earlier than the E-M10 II making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades versus the E-M10 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 & Olympus OM-D E-M10 II. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Olympus E-M10 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M10 II has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus E-M10 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the E-M10 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-M10 II is 87 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-M10 II.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same MP but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 contains the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 will be behind in sensor tech.