Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PL1s

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Olympus E-PL1s, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was revealed 20 months after the E-PL1s making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades against the E-PL1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 has external 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) while the Olympus E-PL1s has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Olympus E-PL1s in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the E-PL1s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PL1s is 80 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PL1s.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.