Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A1
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced August 2014
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the E-PL6 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-A2 was brought out 6 months after the E-PL6 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades versus the E-PL6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Olympus E-PL6
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-PL6 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Fujifilm X-A2
E-PL6 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus E-PL6
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-PL6 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | August 2014 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL6 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 and the E-PL6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PL6 is 86 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PL6.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 has got the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2014-08-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.6 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) | 325 grams (0.72 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" 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 images | 360 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $370 | $300 |