Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1

Here is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced 3 years later than the E-P1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up against the E-P1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 and Olympus PEN E-P1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 features outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Olympus E-P1 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs the E-P1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-P1 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-P1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E1 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-E1 will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.