Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-PM1

Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A5 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was unveiled 6 years after the E-PM1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores vs the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 has got external dimensions 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-PM1 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 and Olympus E-PM1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the E-PM1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PM1.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will give you more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.