Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and E-M1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and E-M1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was announced 4 years after the E-M1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-H1 matches up versus the E-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-H1 and Olympus OM-D E-M1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-H1 provides exterior measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 versus the E-M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-H1 and E-M1 is 61 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-H1 and E-M1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-H1 will render extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-H1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.