Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-PM1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Olympus E-PM1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was announced 4 years after the E-PM1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 matches up vs the E-PM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 offers outside measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Olympus E-PM1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs the E-PM1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and E-PM1 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and E-PM1.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.