Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2021
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Successor is Olympus E-PL7

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E4 versus Olympus E-PL6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E4 (APS-C) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-E4 was launched 6 years later than the E-PL6 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores versus the E-PL6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E4 & Olympus PEN E-PL6. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E4 Gallery & Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Olympus E-PL6
Fujifilm X-E4 | E-PL6 | |||
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Revealed | January 2021 | ![]() | August 2014 | Fresher by 80 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1160k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Fujifilm X-E4
E-PL6 | Fujifilm X-E4 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Olympus E-PL6
Fujifilm X-E4 | E-PL6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E4 has exterior measurements of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL6 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E4 versus Olympus E-PL6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 against the E-PL6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E4 and E-PL6 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E4 and E-PL6.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E4 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-E4 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E4 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Olympus E-PL6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E4 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-E4 | Olympus PEN E-PL6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-01-27 | 2014-08-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 | 425 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 58 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 364 grams (0.80 pounds) | 325 grams (0.72 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 photographs | 360 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $849 | $300 |