Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL8
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL8 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)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched September 2016
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL7
- Replacement is Olympus E-PL9
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Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the E-PL8 (16MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-M1 was released 4 years before the E-PL8 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades vs the E-PL8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-M1 & Olympus PEN E-PL8. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Olympus E-PL8
| Fujifilm X-M1 | E-PL8 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Fujifilm X-M1
| E-PL8 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2016 |  | September 2013 | Fresher by 36 months |
| Display resolution | 1037k |  | 920k | Sharper display (+117k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus E-PL8
| Fujifilm X-M1 | E-PL8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL8 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL8 has sizing of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus E-PL8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the E-PL8.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PL8 is 87 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PL8.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 has the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The older Fujifilm X-M1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL8 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus PEN E-PL8 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-09-17 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | TruePic VII |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 920k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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. | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) | 357 grams (0.79 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 350 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $399 | $500 |