Fujifilm X-T1 vs Olympus E-M5 III
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Olympus E-M5 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released April 2014
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Revealed October 2019
- Replaced the Olympus E-M5 II
- Newer Model is OM System OM-5
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Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-T1 and Olympus E-M5 III, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and the E-M5 III (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and E-M5 III (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-T1 was revealed 6 years prior to the E-M5 III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up versus the E-M5 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 and Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Olympus E-M5 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Olympus E-M5 III
| Fujifilm X-T1 | E-M5 III |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 III over the Fujifilm X-T1
| E-M5 III | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | October 2019 |  | April 2014 | More modern by 67 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Olympus E-M5 III
| Fujifilm X-T1 | E-M5 III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | Exact same screen resolution |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Olympus E-M5 III Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 III has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T1 and Olympus E-M5 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 versus the E-M5 III.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and E-M5 III is 79 and 80 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Olympus E-M5 III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and E-M5 III.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T1 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M5 III will produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Olympus E-M5 III Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Released | 2014-04-14 | 2019-10-17 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | TruePic VIII |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | MOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 226.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 64 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 121 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.68x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 30.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 440 grams (0.97 lb) | 414 grams (0.91 lb) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photos | 310 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | BLN-1 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $1,300 | $1,199 |
