Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PL5

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PL5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the E-PL5 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was manufactured 2 months prior to the E-PL5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades versus the E-PL5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus PEN E-PL5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 comes with outside measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL5 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PL5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus the E-PL5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PL5 is 80 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PL5.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 has the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult.