Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM2

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was unveiled 5 years after the E-PM2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T30 scores vs the E-PM2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 features physical measurements 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-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-PM2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 versus the E-PM2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-PM2 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-PM2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 will render more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.