Fujifilm X-S10 vs Olympus E-PM2

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-S10 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was unveiled 7 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-S10 grades vs the E-PM2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S10 & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S10 has exterior measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-S10 and Olympus E-PM2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 and the E-PM2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S10 and E-PM2 is 73 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S10 and E-PM2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-S10 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-S10 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-S10 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.