Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M1

In this article, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-T5 and Olympus E-M1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) and E-M1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T5 (APS-C) and E-M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T5 was revealed 9 years later than the E-M1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-T5 scores vs the E-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T5 and Olympus OM-D E-M1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T5 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T5 has exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Olympus E-M1 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T5 and Olympus E-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T5 compared to the E-M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T5 and E-M1 is 70 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T5 and E-M1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T5 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T5 will render extra detail because of its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.