Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PL5

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-A7 and Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was revealed 7 years later than the E-PL5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up vs the E-PL5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Olympus PEN E-PL5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 has exterior measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL5 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A7 and Olympus E-PL5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 against the E-PL5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and E-PL5 is 86 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and E-PL5.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will offer greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A7 provides an edge in sensor innovation.