Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus PEN-F

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Olympus PEN-F, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the PEN-F (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and PEN-F (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was introduced 6 months after the PEN-F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up against the PEN-F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T2 and Olympus PEN-F. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Olympus PEN-F Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T2 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Olympus PEN-F has specifications of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Olympus PEN-F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 against the PEN-F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and PEN-F is 76 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and PEN-F.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively.