Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-P2

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-P2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was manufactured 2 years later than the E-P2 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 getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 matches up vs the E-P2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 comes with physical dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Olympus E-P2 has specifications of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-P2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the E-P2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-P2 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-P2.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will render greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.