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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III

Portability
67 Imaging
71 Features
92 Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T4 front
 
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III front
Portability
80 Imaging
61 Features
88 Overall
71

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
  • Introduced February 2020
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T3
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T5
Olympus E-M5 III
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
  • Introduced October 2019
  • Old Model is Olympus E-M5 II
  • Renewed by OM System OM-5
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Overview

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T4 and Olympus E-M5 III, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) and E-M5 III (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-T4 (APS-C) and E-M5 III (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T4 was brought out 5 months after the E-M5 III and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T4 matches up vs the E-M5 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Olympus E-M5 III

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T4 E-M5 III 
Screen resolution1620k1040kClearer screen (+580k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 III over the Fujifilm X-T4

		

		

			
 E-M5 III Fujifilm X-T4 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T4 and Olympus E-M5 III

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T4 E-M5 III 
IntroducedFebruary 2020October 2019Same age
Focus manually  Very exact focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen  Both are selfie friendly
Touch screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T4 has outer dimensions of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 III has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T4 and Olympus E-M5 III in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T4 against the E-M5 III.
Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III size comparison
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T4 and E-M5 III is 67 and 80 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T4 and E-M5 III.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T4 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T4 will provide extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.
	
			Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T4
Portrait photography with Olympus E-M5 III
82
 focusing manually
 resolution is high (26 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 supports face detection focus
 supports RAW files
76
 manual focus
 resolution is good (20MP)
 sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
 offers face detection autofocus
 supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-T4 Street photography information
Olympus E-M5 III Street photography information
74
 screen can move to multiple angles
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 supports RAW files
 includes focus via touch
 environment sealing
 more heavy than others in class (607 grams)
83
 screen articulates fully
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW formats
 offers touch focus
 environment proof
 great high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T4
Sports photography with Olympus E-M5 III
85
 max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
 quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 resolution is high (26 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 supports tracking autofocus
 environment sealing
 good battery pack (500 shots)
 has phase detect auto focus
75
 max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
 quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
 max frames per second high (30.0 frames per second)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 resolution is good (20MP)
 sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
 offers tracking autofocus
 environment proof
 sensor has phase detect autofocus
 low battery pack (310 shots)
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T4
Travel photography with Olympus E-M5 III
75
 good battery pack (500 shots)
 environment sealing
 has bluetooth
 includes focus via touch
 resolution is high (26 megapixels)
 screen is selfie friendly
 more heavy than others in class (607 grams)
77
 environment proof
 has bluetooth
 offers touch focus
 resolution is good (20 megapixels)
 screen is selfie friendly
 low battery pack (310 shots)
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Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-T4 Landscape photography information
Olympus E-M5 III Landscape photography information
85
 focusing manually
 interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 pretty good screen size (3 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 resolution is high (26 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 does not have anti-alias filter
 supports RAW files
 environment sealing
 good battery pack (500 CIPA)
 has double storage slots
77
 manual focus
 switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 good sized screen (3 inches)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 resolution is good (20MP)
 sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
 great high ISO (25,600)
 supports RAW formats
 environment proof
 low battery pack (310 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm X-T4 Vlogging highlights
Olympus E-M5 III Vlogging highlights
75
 screen is selfie friendly
 touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 supports face detection focus
 high res video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
 has external microphone port
 more heavy than others in class (607 grams)
84
 screen is selfie friendly
 screen is touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 offers face detection autofocus
 good video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
 includes external microphone support
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Olympus E-M5 III Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T4 and Olympus E-M5 III
 Fujifilm X-T4Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm X-T4 Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-02-24 2019-10-17
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - TruePic VIII
Sensor type X-Trans CMOS 4 MOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 17.4 x 13mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 226.2mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 200
RAW data    
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 64
Autofocusing
Manual focusing    
AF touch    
Continuous AF    
AF single    
AF tracking    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
AF multi area    
AF live view    
Face detect AF    
Contract detect AF    
Phase detect AF    
Total focus points 425 121
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,620k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch screen    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.68x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 15.0 frames per sec 30.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual
Hot shoe    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Max flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 607 grams (1.34 lb) 414 grams (0.91 lb)
Dimensions 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 500 pictures 310 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - BLN-1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom)
Time lapse recording    
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 2 One
Retail price $1,700 $1,199