Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 381g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Introduced May 2015
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL1s

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-T10 was manufactured 5 years after the E-PL1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-T10 scores versus the E-PL1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T10 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Olympus E-PL1
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PL1 | |||
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Introduced | May 2015 | ![]() | May 2010 | Newer by 61 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Fujifilm X-T10
E-PL1 | Fujifilm X-T10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PL1
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PL1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T10 enjoys external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1 has proportions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 versus the E-PL1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL1 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T10 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T10 will offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PL1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2015-05-19 | 2010-05-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 51000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 grams (0.84 lb) | 334 grams (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 487 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 290 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $800 | $288 |