Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s 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
- Released May 2015
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Revealed November 2010
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL1
- Updated by Olympus E-PL2

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T10 was revealed 4 years later than the E-PL1s and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T10 grades vs the E-PL1s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Olympus E-PL1s
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PL1s | |||
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Revealed | May 2015 | ![]() | November 2010 | Fresher by 55 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Fujifilm X-T10
E-PL1s | Fujifilm X-T10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PL1s
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PL1s | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T10 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1s has sizing of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Olympus E-PL1s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 and the E-PL1s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL1s is 83 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL1s.
To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T10 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T10 will give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-05-19 | 2010-11-16 |
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 dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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 | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 381 grams (0.84 lbs) | 334 grams (0.74 lbs) |
Physical 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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 290 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $800 | $599 |