Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-P1

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-T30 was revealed 9 years after the E-P1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the E-P1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T30 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 comes with exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Olympus E-P1 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-P1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 compared to the E-P1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-P1 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-P1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T30 will render extra detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.