Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL7

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was released 9 months prior to the E-PL7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the E-PL7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL7 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Olympus E-PL7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the E-PL7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL7 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL7.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 provides the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm X-A1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.