Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced May 2013
- Superseded the Olympus E-PM1
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X-A2 was released 21 months after the E-PM2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades vs the E-PM2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-PM2 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | May 2013 | Newer by 21 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-A2
E-PM2 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-A2 | E-PM2 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides exterior dimensions 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-PM2 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Olympus E-PM2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the E-PM2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PM2 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PM2.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The newer Fujifilm X-A2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-A2 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2013-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.6fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 gr (0.77 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical 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 All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 360 pictures |
Battery format | 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 | One | One |
Retail price | $370 | $448 |