Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Olympus E-M1X

Following is a thorough review of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Olympus E-M1X, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the E-M1X (20MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was launched 4 years before the E-M1X which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades vs the E-M1X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR offers outside measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Olympus E-M1X has dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Olympus E-M1X in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs the E-M1X.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and E-M1X is 79 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and E-M1X.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-M1X will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to be behind in sensor technology.