Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-P7

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 8 years prior to the E-P7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up against the E-P7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus PEN E-P7. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Olympus E-P7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got 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-P7 has specifications of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-P7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the E-P7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-P7 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-P7.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-P7 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.