Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T10
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Released January 2019
- Superseded the Olympus E-M1 II
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the E-M1X (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 24 months earlier than the E-M1X which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades against the E-M1X with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 & Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Olympus E-M1X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Olympus E-M1X
Fujifilm X-T20 | E-M1X |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Fujifilm X-T20
E-M1X | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | January 2017 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 920k | Clearer screen (+117k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Olympus E-M1X
Fujifilm X-T20 | E-M1X | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1X has dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the E-M1X.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and E-M1X is 83 and 54 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and E-M1X.
All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T20 will resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-M1X Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-T20 | Olympus OM-D E-M1X |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2019-01-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | Dual TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 60.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) |
GPS | Optional | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 997g (2.20 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") |
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 | 350 shots | 870 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | - |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Pricing at release | $900 | $2,999 |