Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III
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![Fujifilm X-A2 front Fujifilm X-A2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Fujifilm-X-A2.jpg)
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75 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A1
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 122 x 84 x 50mm
- Revealed August 2017
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M10 II
- Replacement is Olympus E-M10 IV
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Olympus E-M10 III, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the E-M10 III (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and E-M10 III (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm X-A2 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the E-M10 III and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores against the E-M10 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 & Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Olympus E-M10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Olympus E-M10 III
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-M10 III | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 III over the Fujifilm X-A2
E-M10 III | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Revealed | August 2017 | ![]() | January 2015 | More recent by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus E-M10 III
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-M10 III | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M10 III has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Olympus E-M10 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 against the E-M10 III.
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III size comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-M10 III is 86 and 80 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-M10 III.
Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF easier. The older Fujifilm X-A2 will be behind in sensor tech.
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-M10 III Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2017-08-31 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.6 frames/s | 8.6 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 5.80 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, redeye, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill-in, manual, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lb) | 410 gr (0.90 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 122 x 84 x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 330 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $370 | $650 |