Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 381g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Announced May 2015
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced May 2013
- Older Model is Olympus E-PM1

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-T10 was announced 2 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T10 grades versus the E-PM2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PM2 | |||
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Announced | May 2015 | ![]() | May 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-T10
E-PM2 | Fujifilm X-T10 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-T10 | E-PM2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T10 has got external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 vs the E-PM2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PM2 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T10 and E-PM2.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T10 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The more recent Fujifilm X-T10 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-05-19 | 2013-05-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51000 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 381 gr (0.84 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
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 Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 360 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $800 | $448 |