Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-M10 II

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-M10 II, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the E-M10 II (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and E-M10 II (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was revealed 3 years prior to the E-M10 II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the E-M10 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 II. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 II Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E1 features physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 II has specifications of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-M10 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the E-M10 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-M10 II is 85 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-M10 II.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 has the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.