Fujifilm X-T20 vs OM System OM-5

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T20 and OM System OM-5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the OM System OM-5 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was revealed 6 years earlier than the OM System OM-5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores versus the OM System OM-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 & OM System OM-5. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & OM System OM-5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 enjoys external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the OM System OM-5 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the OM System OM-5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and OM System OM-5 is 83 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and OM System OM-5.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T20 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.