Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-PL5

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced 5 years after the E-PL5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades versus the E-PL5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 and Olympus PEN E-PL5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 features outside measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL5 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Olympus E-PL5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the E-PL5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PL5 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PL5.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.