Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL8

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the E-PL8 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was introduced 3 years before the E-PL8 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the E-PL8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus PEN E-PL8. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL8 has proportions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PL8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the E-PL8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL8 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PL8.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF easier. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.