Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL5
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced September 2012
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL5 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the E-PL5 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured 15 months later than the E-PL5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the E-PL5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Olympus E-PL5
| Fujifilm X-A1 | E-PL5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2013 |  | September 2012 | Fresher by 15 months |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL5 over the Fujifilm X-A1
| E-PL5 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus E-PL5
| Fujifilm X-A1 | E-PL5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 features external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL5 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Olympus E-PL5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the E-PL5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL5 is 87 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL5.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF easier. The newer Fujifilm X-A1 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A1 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-11-30 | 2012-09-17 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
| Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 325g (0.72 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 889 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 images | 360 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $329 | $400 |