Fujifilm X-H1 vs OM System OM-1

Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm X-H1 and OM System OM-1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and the OM System OM-1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was announced 5 years earlier than the OM System OM-1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-H1 grades against the OM System OM-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-H1 & OM System OM-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery & OM System OM-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 has physical measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the OM System OM-1 has dimensions of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-H1 and OM System OM-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 compared to the OM System OM-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-H1 and OM System OM-1 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H1 and OM System OM-1.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-H1 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-H1 will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-H1 is going to be behind in sensor technology.