Fujifilm XP90 vs Olympus E-PL1s

Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP90 and Olympus E-PL1s, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP90 (1/2.3") and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP90 was announced 5 years later than the E-PL1s and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP90 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP90 matches up against the E-PL1s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP90 & Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP90 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1s has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP90 and Olympus E-PL1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the E-PL1s.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP90 and E-PL1s is 91 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP90 and E-PL1s.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP90 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Fujifilm XP90 will produce extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP90 provides a benefit in sensor technology.