Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL8

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and E-PL8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was announced 21 months later than the E-PL8 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T100 matches up vs the E-PL8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus PEN E-PL8. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T100 features outside dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL8 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 vs the E-PL8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PL8 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PL8.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T100 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T100 will produce greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T100 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.