Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM1

Following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was launched 4 years after the E-PM1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up versus the E-PM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2S & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys 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) while the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the E-PM1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PM1 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PM1.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2S featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E2S will show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S provides a benefit in sensor innovation.