Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Olympus E-PL7

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and E-PL7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-T30 II was launched 7 years later than the E-PL7 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up vs the E-PL7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II has external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL7 has dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Olympus E-PL7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II against the E-PL7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and E-PL7 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and E-PL7.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 II due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will render extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an advantage in sensor technology.