Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9
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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 331g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Released December 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 380g - 117 x 68 x 39mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PL8

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A10 versus Olympus E-PL9, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A10 (16MP) and the E-PL9 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-A10 (APS-C) and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A10 was launched 14 months prior to the E-PL9 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A10 matches up vs the E-PL9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A10 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A10 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A10 over the Olympus E-PL9
Fujifilm X-A10 | E-PL9 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL9 over the Fujifilm X-A10
E-PL9 | Fujifilm X-A10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | December 2016 | More modern by 14 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A10 and Olympus E-PL9
Fujifilm X-A10 | E-PL9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A10 provides external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL9 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A10 versus Olympus E-PL9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A10 vs the E-PL9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A10 and E-PL9 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A10 and E-PL9.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A10 uses the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more aged Fujifilm X-A10 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Olympus E-PL9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A10 | Olympus PEN E-PL9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A10 | Olympus PEN E-PL9 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-12-01 | 2018-02-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias 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 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
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 | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 8.6fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.60 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, manual, redeye reduction, slow sync w/redeye reduction, slow sync , slow sync 2nd-curtain, fill-in, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p. 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p,24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) | 380 grams (0.84 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 117 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, smile, buddy, group) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $499 | $599 |