Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Released January 2018
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 337g - 118 x 69 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2021

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the E-P7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores versus the E-P7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A5 & Olympus PEN E-P7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm X-A5 | E-P7 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Fujifilm X-A5
E-P7 | Fujifilm X-A5 | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | ![]() | January 2018 | More modern by 40 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm X-A5 | E-P7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P7 has sizing of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the E-P7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-P7 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-P7.
All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-01-31 | 2021-06-09 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 118 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 8.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 361g (0.80 lb) | 337g (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 450 photographs | 360 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $500 | $800 |