Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Revealed February 2013
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PL1
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL2

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-E1 was announced 2 years later than the E-PL1s and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up vs the E-PL1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 and Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Olympus E-PL1s
Fujifilm X-E1 | E-PL1s | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | November 2010 | Fresher by 28 months |
Display size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Fujifilm X-E1
E-PL1s | Fujifilm X-E1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Olympus E-PL1s
Fujifilm X-E1 | E-PL1s | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers external 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-PL1s has proportions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Olympus E-PL1s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the E-PL1s.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-PL1s is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and E-PL1s.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E1 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-E1 will render more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-E1 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-02-28 | 2010-11-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 lb) | 334g (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 290 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $600 | $599 |