Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-M10 III

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Olympus E-M10 III, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and E-M10 III (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and E-M10 III (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was announced 6 months later than the E-M10 III and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades against the E-M10 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A5 & Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Olympus E-M10 III Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 III has proportions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Olympus E-M10 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the E-M10 III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-M10 III is 86 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-M10 III.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A5 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.