Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL7

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced 11 months before the E-PL7 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the E-PL7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 & Olympus PEN E-PL7. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL7 has sizing of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-PL7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the E-PL7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PL7 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PL7.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The more aged Fujifilm X-M1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.