Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Olympus E-M1 III

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Olympus E-M1 III, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the E-M1 III (20MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and E-M1 III (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was revealed 5 years before the E-M1 III and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades against the E-M1 III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Olympus E-M1 III Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Olympus E-M1 III has measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Olympus E-M1 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR against the E-M1 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and E-M1 III is 79 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and E-M1 III.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M1 III will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 IR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.