Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 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
- Revealed May 2015
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched September 2014
- Old Model is Olympus E-PL6
- Newer Model is Olympus E-PL8

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T10 was launched 9 months after the E-PL7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T10 matches up vs the E-PL7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PL7 | |||
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Launched | May 2015 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL7 over the Fujifilm X-T10
E-PL7 | Fujifilm X-T10 | |||
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Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+117k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PL7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T10 provides 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) and the Olympus E-PL7 has sizing of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 and the E-PL7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL7 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PL7.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T10 includes the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The more modern Fujifilm X-T10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PL7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PL7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PL7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-05-19 | 2014-09-01 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | TruePic VII |
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 surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51000 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 381g (0.84 pounds) | 357g (0.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 873 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 350 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $800 | $499 |