Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Olympus E-M5

The following is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Olympus E-M5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the E-M5 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was revealed 3 years after the E-M5 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR matches up versus the E-M5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Olympus OM-D E-M5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Olympus E-M5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR features external measurements 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-M5 has dimensions of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Olympus E-M5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR against the E-M5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and E-M5 is 79 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and E-M5.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has got the larger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The fresher Fujifilm X-T1 IR should have an advantage in sensor technology.