Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PL8

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the E-PL8 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 3 years earlier than the E-PL8 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the E-PL8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & Olympus PEN E-PL8. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL8 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Olympus E-PL8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and the E-PL8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and E-PL8 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and E-PL8.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 has the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm X-E2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.