Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-P5

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Olympus E-P5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the E-P5 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and E-P5 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was announced 7 months prior to the E-P5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores against the E-P5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 and Olympus PEN E-P5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Olympus E-P5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E1 enjoys exterior measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Olympus E-P5 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Olympus E-P5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the E-P5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-P5 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-P5.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E1 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.