Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Following is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 IV, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the E-M10 IV (20MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) possess different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 6 years earlier than the E-M10 IV which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades against the E-M10 IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 has exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 IV has specifications of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 against the E-M10 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-M10 IV is 86 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-M10 IV.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-M10 IV will offer more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.