Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus E-PM1

Here is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 2 years later than the E-PM1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades versus the E-PM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about 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") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus E-PM1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the E-PM1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PM1 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and E-PM1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A1 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.