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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-P1

The Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the Olympus PEN E-P1 are two enthusiast cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in January 2012 and June 2009. Both the X-Pro1 and the E-P1 are mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras that are based on an APS-C (X-Pro1) and a Four Thirds (E-P1) sensor. The Fujifilm has a resolution of 16 megapixels, whereas the Olympus provides 12.2 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro1
versus
Olympus E-P1
Fujifilm X-Pro1   Olympus E-P1
Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Fujifilm X mount lenses Micro Four Thirds lenses
16 MP – APS-C sensor 12.2 MP – Four Thirds sensor
1080/24p Video 720/30p Video
ISO 200-6,400 (100 - 25,600) ISO 100-6,400
Electronic viewfinder (1440k dots) No viewfinder, LCD framing
3.0" LCD – 1230k dots 3.0" LCD – 230k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive)
6 shutter flaps per second 3 shutter flaps per second
Lens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
300 shots per battery charge300 shots per battery charge
140 x 82 x 43 mm, 450 g 121 x 70 x 36 mm, 355 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the Olympus PEN E-P1? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the Olympus E-P1. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The E-P1 can be obtained in three different colors (black, silver, white), while the X-Pro1 is only available in black.

Size Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-P1
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Comparison X-Pro1 or E-P1 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Olympus E-P1 is notably smaller (26 percent) than the Fujifilm X-Pro1. Moreover, the E-P1 is markedly lighter (21 percent) than the X-Pro1. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the X-Pro1 nor the E-P1 are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. A larger imaging sensor will tend to go along with bigger and heavier lenses, although exceptions exist. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Fujinon X Lens Catalog (X-Pro1) and the Micro Four Thirds Lens Catalog (E-P1). Mirrorless cameras, such as the two under consideration, have the additional advantage of having a short flange to focal plane distance, which makes it possible to mount many lenses from other systems onto the camera via adapters.

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

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Body Specifications
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 140 mm 82 mm 43 mm 450 g 300 i Jan 2012 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Olympus E-P1 121 mm 70 mm 36 mm 355 g 300 i Jun 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
3.
 
Fujifilm X-A1 117 mm 67 mm 39 mm 330 g 350 i Sep 2013 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E1 129 mm 75 mm 38 mm 350 g 350 i Sep 2012 US$ 999ebay.com
5.
 
Fujifilm X-E2 129 mm 75 mm 37 mm 350 g 350 i Oct 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
6.
 
Fujifilm X-M1 117 mm 67 mm 39 mm 330 g 350 i Jun 2013 US$ 699ebay.com
7.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro2 141 mm 83 mm 46 mm 495 g 350 i Jan 2016 US$ 1 699ebay.com
8.
 
Fujifilm X-T1 129 mm 90 mm 47 mm 440 g 350 i Jan 2014 US$ 1 299ebay.com
9.
 
Fujifilm X-T3 133 mm 93 mm 59 mm 539 g 390 i Sep 2018 US$ 1 499ebay.com
10.
 
Fujifilm X-T10 118 mm 83 mm 41 mm 381 g 350 i May 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
11.
 
Fujifilm X-T100 121 mm 83 mm 47 mm 448 g 430 i May 2018 US$ 599ebay.com
12.
 
Fujifilm X100S 127 mm 74 mm 54 mm 445 g 330 i Jan 2013 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Olympus E-P2 121 mm 70 mm 36 mm 355 g 300 i Nov 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
14.
 
Olympus E-P3 122 mm 69 mm 34 mm 369 g 330 i Jun 2011 US$ 799ebay.com
15.
 
Olympus E-PL2 114 mm 72 mm 42 mm 362 g 280 i Jan 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL3 110 mm 64 mm 37 mm 313 g 300 i Jun 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
17.
 
Panasonic GH1 124 mm 90 mm 45 mm 385 g 300 i Mar 2009 US$ 899ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The E-P1 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 53 percent) than the X-Pro1, which puts it into a different market segment. Normally, street prices remain initially close to the MSRP, but after a couple of months, the first discounts appear. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Fujifilm X-Pro1 features an APS-C sensor and the Olympus E-P1 a Four Thirds sensor. The sensor area in the E-P1 is 39 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 2.0. The sensor in the X-Pro1 has a native 3:2 aspect ratio, while the one in the E-P1 offers a 4:3 aspect.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus E-P1 sensor measures

With 16MP, the X-Pro1 offers a higher resolution than the E-P1 (12.2MP), but the X-Pro1 nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 4.80μm versus 4.29μm for the E-P1) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the X-Pro1 is a much more recent model (by 2 years and 6 months) than the E-P1, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the X-Pro1 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the X-Pro1 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 24.5 x 16.3 inches or 62.2 x 41.5 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 19.6 x 13.1 inches or 49.7 x 33.2 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 16.3 x 10.9 inches or 41.5 x 27.6 cm. The corresponding values for the Olympus E-P1 are 20.2 x 15.1 inches or 51.2 x 38.4 cm for good quality, 16.1 x 12.1 inches or 41 x 30.7 cm for very good quality, and 13.4 x 10.1 inches or 34.1 x 25.6 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 6400, which can be extended to ISO 100-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Olympus PEN E-P1 are ISO 100 to ISO 6400 (no boost).

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. The X-Pro1 uses Fujifilm's X-Trans layout of photosites, while the E-P1 employs the more common Bayer array.

X-Pro1 versus E-P1 MP

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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DXO
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DXO
Landscape
DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/24p23.112.3123874
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Olympus E-P1 Four Thirds 12.2 4032 3024720/30p21.410.453655
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Fujifilm X-A1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/30p23.412.6139076
4.
 
Fujifilm X-E1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/24p23.212.4129875
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Fujifilm X-E2 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.412.6140077
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Fujifilm X-M1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/30p23.412.6137176
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.713.0160880
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Fujifilm X-T1 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.512.7142677
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Fujifilm X-T3 APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/60p24.013.4185383
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Fujifilm X-T10 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.712.9154679
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Fujifilm X-T100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.4182983
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Fujifilm X100S APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/60p23.312.5132975
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Olympus E-P2 Four Thirds 12.2 4032 3024720/30p21.510.450556
14.
 
Olympus E-P3 Four Thirds 12.2 4032 30241080/60i20.810.153651
15.
 
Olympus E-PL2 Four Thirds 12.2 4032 3024720/30p21.410.257355
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Olympus E-PL3 Four Thirds 12.2 4032 30241080/60i20.910.349952
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Panasonic GH1 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 30001080/24p21.611.677264
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. The two cameras under consideration both have sensors whose read-out speed is fast enough to capture moving pictures, but the X-Pro1 provides a higher video resolution than the E-P1. It can shoot video footage at 1080/24p, while the Olympus is limited to 720/30p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the X-Pro1 has an electronic viewfinder (1440k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the E-P1 relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus E-P1 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Attach-
ment
Touch
Screen
(yes/no)
Max
Shutter
Speed *
Max
Shutter
Flaps *
Built-in
Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Fujifilm X-Pro11440 i3.0 / 1230 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Olympus E-P1i i3.0 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
3.
 
Fujifilm X-A1i i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.6/s i i
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Fujifilm X-E12360 i2.8 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
5.
 
Fujifilm X-E22360 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 7.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-M1i i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.6/s i i
7.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro22360 i3.0 / 1620 fixed i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T12360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T33690 i3.0 / 1040 full-flex i 1/8000s 11.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T102360 i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T1002360 i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X100S2360 i2.8 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Olympus E-P2optional i3.0 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
14.
 
Olympus E-P3optional i3.0 / 614 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
15.
 
Olympus E-PL2optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
16.
 
Olympus E-PL3optional i3.0 / 460 tilting i 1/4000s 5.5/s i i
17.
 
Panasonic GH11440 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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One feature that differentiates the E-P1 and the X-Pro1 is in-body image stabilization (IBIS). The E-P1 reduces the risk of handshake-induced blur with all attached lenses, while the X-Pro1 offers no blur reduction with lenses that themselves do not provide optical image stabilization.

The X-Pro1 writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the E-P1 uses SDHC cards. The X-Pro1 supports UHS-I cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s), while the E-P1 cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus PEN E-P1 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Port
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Support
1.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Olympus E-P1istereo / iiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-A1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
4.
 
Fujifilm X-E1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-E2istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-M1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
7.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro2istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
8.
 
Fujifilm X-T1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T3istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Fujifilm X-T10istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
12.
 
Fujifilm X100Sistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
13.
 
Olympus E-P2istereo / iiimini2.0iii
14.
 
Olympus E-P3istereo / iiimini2.0iii
15.
 
Olympus E-PL2istereo / iiimini2.0iii
16.
 
Olympus E-PL3istereo / iiimini2.0iii
17.
 
Panasonic GH1istereo / iiimini2.0iii
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Studio photographers will appreciate that the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (unlike the E-P1) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Both the X-Pro1 and the E-P1 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The E-P1 was replaced by the Olympus E-P2, while the X-Pro1 was followed by the Fujifilm X-Pro2. Further information on the features and operation of the X-Pro1 and E-P1 can be found, respectively, in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 Manual (free pdf) or the online Olympus E-P1 Manual.

Review summary

So how do things add up? Which of the two cameras – the Fujifilm X-Pro1 or the Olympus E-P1 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

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Arguments in favor of the Fujifilm X-Pro1:

  • More detail: Offers more megapixels (16 vs 12.2MP) with a 17% higher linear resolution.
  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • Better image quality: Features a larger and more technologically advanced imaging sensor.
  • Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (1080/24p vs 720/30p).
  • Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1230k vs 230k dots).
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (6 vs 3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-I standard.
  • More modern: Reflects 2 years and 6 months of technical progress since the E-P1 launch.

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Advantages of the Olympus PEN E-P1:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • More compact: Is smaller (121x70mm vs 140x82mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 95g or 21 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (53 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in June 2009).

If the count of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a measure, the X-Pro1 is the clear winner of the match-up (13 : 6 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

X-Pro1 13:06 E-P1

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the Olympus E-P1 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the X-Pro1 or the E-P1. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Fujifilm X-Pro15/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2012 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Olympus E-P1..+..66/1004/54.5/5 Jun 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A1........4.5/54.5/5 Sep 2013 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E14/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 999ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E24/5....80/1004.5/55/5 Oct 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-M13/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2013 US$ 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-Pro2..+..83/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2016 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T15/5+ +..84/1005/55/5 Jan 2014 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T35/5+ +4.5/588/1005/55/5 Sep 2018 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T104.5/5+ +..80/1005/55/5 May 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T1004/5+4.5/579/1004/54.5/5 May 2018 US$ 599ebay.com
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Fujifilm X100S5/5+ +..81/1004.5/55/5 Jan 2013 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Olympus E-P23/5+..69/1004/54.5/5 Nov 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
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Olympus E-P3..83/100..74/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2011 US$ 799ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL23/583/100..71/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL33/5+ +..72/1004.5/54/5 Jun 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GH1..+ +..72/1004.5/54.5/5 Mar 2009 US$ 899ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-P1

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Fujifilm X-Pro1 Olympus E-P1
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Fujifilm X mount lenses Micro Four Thirds lenses
Launch Date January 2012 June 2009
Launch Price USD 1,699 USD 799
Sensor Specs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Olympus E-P1
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Four Thirds Sensor
Sensor Size 23.6 x 15.6 mm 17.3 x 13.0 mm
Sensor Area 368.16 mm2 224.9 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.3 mm 21.6 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 2.0x
Sensor Resolution 16 Megapixels 12.2 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 4032 x 3024 pixels
Pixel Pitch 4.80 μm 4.29 μm
Pixel Density 4.34 MP/cm2 5.42 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 1080/24p Video 720/30p Video
ISO Setting 200 - 6,400 ISO 100 - 6,400 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 25,600 ISO no Enhancement
Image Processor EXR Processor TruePic V
DXO Sensor Quality (score) .. 55
DXO Color Depth (bits) .. 21.4
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) .. 10.4
DXO Low Light (ISO) .. 536
Screen Specs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Olympus E-P1
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder no viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100%
Viewfinder Resolution 1440k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1230k dots 230k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Fixed screen
Shooting Specs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Olympus E-P1
Focus System Contrast-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing AidFocus Peakingno Peaking Feature
Continuous Shooting 6 shutter flaps/s 3 shutter flaps/s
Image StabilizationLens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDHC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I no
Connectivity Specs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Olympus E-P1
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket no PC Sync
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI mini HDMI
Wifi Support no Wifi no Wifi
Body Specs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Olympus E-P1
Battery Type Fujifilm NP-W126 Olympus BLS-1
Battery Life (CIPA)300 shots per charge300 shots per charge
Body Dimensions 140 x 82 x 43 mm
(5.5 x 3.2 x 1.7 in)
121 x 70 x 36 mm
(4.8 x 2.8 x 1.4 in)
Camera Weight 450 g (15.9 oz) 355 g (12.5 oz)
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