Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PM1
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Revealed September 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced November 2011
- Renewed by Olympus E-PM2
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Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-A7 was announced 7 years later than the E-PM1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades versus the E-PM1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Olympus E-PM1
| Fujifilm X-A7 | E-PM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2019 |  | November 2011 | Fresher by 95 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen dimension | 3.5" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 2760k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+2300k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Fujifilm X-A7
| E-PM1 | Fujifilm X-A7 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Olympus E-PM1
| Fujifilm X-A7 | E-PM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 has external dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the E-PM1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and E-PM1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will show greater detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A7 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model | Fujifilm X-A7 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2019-09-11 | 2011-11-23 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | TruePic VI |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4032 x 3024 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 425 | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 320 grams (0.71 pounds) | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 440 photographs | 330 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $700 | $499 |
