Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 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
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Released November 2011
- Successor is Olympus E-PM2

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-T10 was released 3 years after the E-PM1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T10 scores versus the E-PM1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Olympus E-PM1
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PM1 | |||
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Released | May 2015 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 43 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Fujifilm X-T10
E-PM1 | Fujifilm X-T10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PM1
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PM1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T10 offers outer dimensions 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-PM1 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 against the E-PM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PM1 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PM1.
To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T10 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T10 will show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T10 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-05-19 | 2011-11-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | TruePic VI |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 51000 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 grams (0.84 pounds) | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 330 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $800 | $499 |