Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PM1

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was released 6 years after the E-PM1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T100 grades vs the E-PM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T100 offers exterior dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 compared to the E-PM1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PM1 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PM1.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T100 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T100 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.