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Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s

Portability
80
Imaging
70
Features
87
Overall
76
Fujifilm X-T200 front
 
Olympus PEN E-PL1s front
Portability
86
Imaging
48
Features
43
Overall
46

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T200
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 370g - 121 x 84 x 55mm
  • Launched January 2020
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T100
Olympus E-PL1s
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
  • Introduced November 2010
  • Previous Model is Olympus E-PL1
  • Successor is Olympus E-PL2
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Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview

The following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X-T200 versus Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T200 (24MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T200 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T200 was introduced 9 years after the E-PL1s which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T200 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T200 scores against the E-PL1s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T200 over the Olympus E-PL1s

 Fujifilm X-T200 E-PL1s 
IntroducedJanuary 2020November 2010Newer by 112 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen size3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution2780k230kClearer screen (+2550k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Fujifilm X-T200

 E-PL1s Fujifilm X-T200 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T200 and Olympus E-PL1s

 Fujifilm X-T200 E-PL1s 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T200 provides physical dimensions of 121mm x 84mm x 55mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1s has sizing of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T200 versus Olympus E-PL1s in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T200 compared to the E-PL1s.

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T200 and E-PL1s is 80 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T200 and E-PL1s.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T200 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T200 will offer you extra detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T200 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T200
Portrait photography with Olympus E-PL1s
82
manual focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
60
manual focus
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
features face detect focus
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T200 as a Street photography camera
Olympus E-PL1s as a Street photography camera
78
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
does not have image stabilization
74
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T200 Sports photography features
Olympus E-PL1s Sports photography features
70
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery power (270 per charge)
45
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
terrible battery power (290 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T200
Travel photography with Olympus E-PL1s
79
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch to focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
terrible battery power (270 shots)
52
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
terrible battery power (290 shots)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T200 Landscape photography advice
Olympus E-PL1s Landscape photography advice
73
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
lovely big screen (3.5 inches)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery power (270 CIPA)
55
manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (2.7")
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
terrible battery power (290 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T200 Vlogging highlights
Olympus E-PL1s Vlogging highlights
79
selfie friendly screen
touch screen
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic support
does not have image stabilization
30
image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detect focus
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T200 vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T200 and Olympus E-PL1s
 Fujifilm X-T200Olympus PEN E-PL1s
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm X-T200 Olympus PEN E-PL1s
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2020-01-22 2010-11-16
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Truepic V
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 4032 x 3024
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 425 11
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Available lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3.5" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 2,780 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 8.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 10.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels)
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 370g (0.82 lb) 334g (0.74 lb)
Physical dimensions 121 x 84 x 55mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.2") 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 270 images 290 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BLS-1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $699 $599