Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus E-M5 II

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Olympus E-M5 II, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and E-M5 II (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and E-M5 II (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was manufactured 18 months later than the E-M5 II which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T2 grades vs the E-M5 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T2 & Olympus OM-D E-M5 II. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery & Olympus E-M5 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 has got exterior measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 II has measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 vs the E-M5 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and E-M5 II is 76 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and E-M5 II.

All in all, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T2 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will result in extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T2 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.