Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Introduced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced May 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-PM1
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In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
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Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up against the E-PM2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Olympus E-PM2
| Fujifilm X-M1 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-M1
| E-PM2 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus E-PM2
| Fujifilm X-M1 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2013 |  | May 2013 | Same age |
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 has external measurements 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-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-PM2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the E-PM2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PM2 is 87 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The visual below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-PM2.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field easier.
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-09-17 | 2013-05-21 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
| Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| 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. | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 932 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 360 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $399 | $448 |