Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
- Released May 2018
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T200
(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
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PL6
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL8

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and E-PL7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T100 was launched 3 years after the E-PL7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-T100 scores versus the E-PL7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-T100 | E-PL7 | |||
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Launched | May 2018 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 46 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL7 over the Fujifilm X-T100
E-PL7 | Fujifilm X-T100 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-T100 | E-PL7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL7 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 compared to the E-PL7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PL7 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PL7.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T100 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T100 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T100 | Olympus PEN E-PL7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T100 | Olympus PEN E-PL7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-05-24 | 2014-09-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 448g (0.99 lbs) | 357g (0.79 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 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 | 430 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $499 | $499 |