Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-M5

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-M5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the E-M5 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was unveiled 11 months after the E-M5 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the E-M5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 & Olympus OM-D E-M5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Olympus E-M5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 features physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Olympus E-M5 has measurements of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the E-M5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-M5 is 85 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-M5.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh simpler. The more recent Fujifilm X-E1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.