Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Announced February 2018
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Launched October 2013
- Updated by Olympus E-M1 II

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Overview
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.

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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Olympus E-M1
Fujifilm X-H1 | E-M1 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | October 2013 | Newer by 53 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Fujifilm X-H1
E-M1 | Fujifilm X-H1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Olympus E-M1
Fujifilm X-H1 | E-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Sensor Comparison
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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Olympus E-M1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-H1 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-02-14 | 2013-10-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro | TruePIC VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/320 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673 gr (1.48 lb) | 497 gr (1.10 lb) |
Dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 757 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 shots | 350 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLN-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail price | $1,300 | $799 |