Fujifilm X-A1 vs Olympus PEN-F

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Olympus PEN-F, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the PEN-F (20MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and PEN-F (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured 3 years before the PEN-F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades vs the PEN-F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Olympus PEN-F. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Olympus PEN-F Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus PEN-F has sizing of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Olympus PEN-F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the PEN-F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and PEN-F is 87 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and PEN-F.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus PEN-F will result in more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.