Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T200 versus Olympus E-PL1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T200 (24MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T200 (APS-C) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T200 was released 9 years after the E-PL1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T200 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T200 scores against the E-PL1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T200 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T200 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T200 features exterior dimensions of 121mm x 84mm x 55mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T200 versus Olympus E-PL1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T200 against the E-PL1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T200 and E-PL1 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T200 and E-PL1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T200 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T200 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T200 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.