Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
- Launched June 2012
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-Pro2
(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
- Revealed May 2013
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PM1
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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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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.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Olympus E-PM2
| Fujifilm X-Pro1 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+770k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1
| E-PM2 | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2013 |  | June 2012 | Fresher by 10 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus E-PM2
| Fujifilm X-Pro1 | E-PM2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
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.
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-06-28 | 2013-05-21 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Pro | - |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 35 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 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 | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 450g (0.99 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 300 pictures | 360 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $1,169 | $448 |