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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1

Portability
82
Imaging
69
Features
84
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-T30 front
 
Olympus PEN E-PM1 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
52
Overall
49

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Launched February 2019
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T20
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T30 II
Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
  • Launched November 2011
  • Updated by Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was manufactured 7 years later than the E-PM1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the E-PM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Olympus E-PM1

 Fujifilm X-T30 E-PM1 
LaunchedFebruary 2019November 2011Fresher by 88 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1040k460kCrisper display (+580k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Fujifilm X-T30

 E-PM1 Fujifilm X-T30 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Olympus E-PM1

 Fujifilm X-T30 E-PM1 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 has got exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 and the E-PM1.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-PM1 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-PM1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 will result in greater detail due to its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Portrait photography details
Olympus E-PM1 Portrait photography details
81
has manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
60
has manual focus
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 as a Street photography camera
Olympus E-PM1 as a Street photography camera
78
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
features focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
75
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
fixed screen
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Sports photography info
Olympus E-PM1 Sports photography info
78
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
high frames per second (20.0 fps)
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
great battery life (380 shots)
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
48
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
has tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Travel photography features
Olympus E-PM1 Travel photography features
79
great battery life (380 per charge)
connects via bluetooth
features focus via touch
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have selfie friendly screen
45
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Landscape photography highlights
Olympus E-PM1 Landscape photography highlights
80
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (380 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
65
has manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Vlogging factors
Olympus E-PM1 Vlogging factors
36
built-in touchscreen
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with microphone jack
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
34
image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing mic support
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 and Olympus E-PM1
 Fujifilm X-T30Olympus PEN E-PM1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm X-T30 Olympus PEN E-PM1
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2019-02-14 2011-11-23
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor 4 TruePic VI
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 4032 x 3024
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 100
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 425 35
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames per sec 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels)
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD, Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383 grams (0.84 lb) 265 grams (0.58 lb)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 52
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 499
Other
Battery life 380 photos 330 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BLS-5
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Cost at release $899 $499