Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P5

Below is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-P5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the E-P5 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and E-P5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was unveiled at a similar time to the E-P5 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up versus the E-P5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus PEN E-P5. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Olympus E-P5 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P5 has sizing of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-P5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the E-P5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-P5 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-P5.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier.