Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 3 years later than the E-PL1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores against the E-PL1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A1 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has proportions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the E-PL1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL1 is 87 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL1.

To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A1 will provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.