Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL5

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and the E-PL5 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-T10 was brought out 2 years after the E-PL5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-T10 scores against the E-PL5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T10 & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T10 offers outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL5 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PL5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 compared to the E-PL5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL5 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL5.

All in all, both cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T10 uses the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more recent Fujifilm X-T10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.