Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PM2

Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was announced 5 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T100 scores versus the E-PM2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T100 enjoys physical measurements of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus E-PM2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 vs the E-PM2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PM2 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PM2.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T100 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T100 will produce greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.