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Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
OM System OM-1 front
Portability
65
Imaging
63
Features
96
Overall
76

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Released July 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
OM System OM-1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 599g - 135 x 92 x 73mm
  • Released February 2022
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Overview

The following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus OM System OM-1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the OM System OM-1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was announced 6 years earlier than the OM System OM-1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores against the OM System OM-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the OM System OM-1

 Fujifilm X-T2 OM System OM-1 
Screen size3.2"3.00"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Fujifilm X-T2

 OM System OM-1 Fujifilm X-T2 
ReleasedFebruary 2022July 2016Newer by 68 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1620k1040kClearer screen (+580k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and OM System OM-1

 Fujifilm X-T2 OM System OM-1 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 has physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the OM System OM-1 has measurements of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T2 versus OM System OM-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 compared to the OM System OM-1.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and OM System OM-1 is 76 and 65 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and OM System OM-1.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T2 will deliver more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography info
OM System OM-1 Portrait photography info
80
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
77
has manual focus
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Street photography with OM System OM-1
75
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
no image stabilization
77
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
offers focus via touch
environment sealing
very good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Sports photography highlights
OM System OM-1 Sports photography highlights
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
bad battery life (340 per charge)
81
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports tracking autofocus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (520 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Travel photography with OM System OM-1
63
weather proofing
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
bad battery life (340 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
78
better than average battery life (520 shots)
environment sealing
has bluetooth
offers focus via touch
decent megapixels (20MP)
display is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography features
OM System OM-1 Landscape photography features
75
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2")
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
no image stabilization
bad battery life (340 shots)
81
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
does not have anti-alias filter
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
environment sealing
better than average battery life (520 CIPA)
has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging details
OM System OM-1 Vlogging details
33
features face detect focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone jack
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
78
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
includes external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs OM System OM-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and OM System OM-1
 Fujifilm X-T2OM System OM-1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm X-T2 OM System OM-1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2016-07-07 2022-02-15
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by X-Processor Pro2 -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 17.4 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 226.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 325 1053
Cross focus points - 1053
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 54 118
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 3.00 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 1,620k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 5,760k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.83x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/32000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) -
Max video resolution 3840x2160 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 507g (1.12 lb) 599g (1.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") 135 x 92 x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 340 shots 520 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BLX-1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot)
Storage slots Dual Dual
Price at release $1,600 $2,199