Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Revealed September 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- No Video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 62 x 24mm
- Launched January 2009
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus FE-25, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and FE-25 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and FE-25 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe Fujifilm X-M1 was unveiled 4 years after the FE-25 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores versus the FE-25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Olympus FE-25. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Olympus FE-25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Olympus FE-25
Fujifilm X-M1 | FE-25 | |||
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Launched | September 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 58 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 112k | Clearer display (+808k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-25 over the Fujifilm X-M1
FE-25 | Fujifilm X-M1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus FE-25
Fujifilm X-M1 | FE-25 | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-25 has specifications of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus FE-25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the FE-25.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and FE-25 is 87 and 98 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and FE-25.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-M1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-M1 will offer you extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-M1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus FE-25 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus FE-25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus FE-25 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-09-17 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 3648 x 2768 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | () |
Amount of lenses | 54 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.4 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | - |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 93 x 62 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 350 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $15 |