Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PM2

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus E-PM2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was introduced 10 months prior to the E-PM2 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 scores against the E-PM2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features physical measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus E-PM2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus the E-PM2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PM2 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PM2.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The older Fujifilm X-Pro1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.