Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8
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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 331g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced December 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Revealed September 2016
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL7
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL9

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A10 (16MP) and the E-PL8 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-A10 (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-A10 was revealed 3 months later than the E-PL8 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A10 matches up versus the E-PL8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A10 & Olympus PEN E-PL8. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A10 Gallery & Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A10 over the Olympus E-PL8
Fujifilm X-A10 | E-PL8 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Fujifilm X-A10
E-PL8 | Fujifilm X-A10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A10 and Olympus E-PL8
Fujifilm X-A10 | E-PL8 | |||
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Revealed | December 2016 | ![]() | September 2016 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A10 offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL8 has measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A10 and the E-PL8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A10 and E-PL8 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A10 and E-PL8.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A10 provides the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh simpler.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL8 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A10 | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-A10 | Olympus PEN E-PL8 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-12-01 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p. 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p,24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 gr (0.73 lbs) | 357 gr (0.79 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 350 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, smile, buddy, group) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $499 | $500 |