Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus E-M10 IV, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the E-M10 IV (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was brought out 5 years before the E-M10 IV which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores vs the E-M10 IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T2 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 enjoys external measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Olympus E-M10 IV has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus E-M10 IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus the E-M10 IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and E-M10 IV is 76 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T2 and E-M10 IV.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.