Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL1s

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E4 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was introduced 10 years later than the E-PL1s and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores against the E-PL1s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E4 and Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E4 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E4 has outside measurements of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") along with a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1s has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL1s in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 and the E-PL1s.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E4 and E-PL1s is 86 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E4 and E-PL1s.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E4 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E4 will provide you with more detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E4 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.