Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-PL7

Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and E-PL7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was revealed 3 years after the E-PL7 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up against the E-PL7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 & Olympus PEN E-PL7. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 comes with outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL7 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Olympus E-PL7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the E-PL7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PL7 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PL7.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will render more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.