Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Launched February 2013
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Later Model is Olympus E-P2
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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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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.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Olympus E-P1
| Fujifilm X-E1 | E-P1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2013 | July 2009 | Fresher by 44 months | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Fujifilm X-E1
| E-P1 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Olympus E-P1
| Fujifilm X-E1 | E-P1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1 Physical Comparison
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.
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E1 | Olympus PEN E-P1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Olympus PEN E-P1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2013-02-28 | 2009-07-29 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Pro | TruePic V |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4032 x 3024 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 350g (0.77 lbs) | 355g (0.78 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 55 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.4 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 536 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 300 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | W126 | BLS-1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $600 | $182 |