Fujifilm X-T20 vs Olympus E-PM1

Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 5 years after the E-PM1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades vs the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T20 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T20 and Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the E-PM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and E-PM1 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and E-PM1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will give you extra detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.