Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced January 2015
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 3 years later than the E-PM1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores versus the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Olympus E-PM1
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-PM1 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | November 2011 | Fresher by 39 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Fujifilm X-A2
E-PM1 | Fujifilm X-A2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus E-PM1
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-PM1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides outer 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-PM1 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the E-PM1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PM1.
Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A2 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A2 will offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A2 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2011-11-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.6fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 265 gr (0.58 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 330 photos |
Type 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $370 | $499 |