Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Launched March 2014
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E1
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Revealed May 2013
- Older Model is Olympus E-PM1

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Here is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 10 months later than the E-PM2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up vs the E-PM2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E2 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-E2 | E-PM2 | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | May 2013 | Fresher by 10 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-E2
E-PM2 | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-E2 | E-PM2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Olympus E-PM2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the E-PM2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and E-PM2 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and E-PM2.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 features the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh easier. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-03-05 | 2013-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lb) | 269 gr (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 360 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $450 | $448 |