Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL9

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL9, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the E-PL9 (16MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was unveiled 5 years before the E-PL9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades vs the E-PL9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL9 has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PL9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 compared to the E-PL9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PL9 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PL9.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more aged Fujifilm X-M1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.