Canon 1000D vs Fujifilm X-M1

Following is a in depth overview of the Canon 1000D vs Fujifilm X-M1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 1000D was revealed 6 years prior to the Fujifilm X-M1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1000D scores versus the Fujifilm X-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1000D and Fujifilm X-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1000D Gallery and Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1000D offers physical measurements of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-M1 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 1000D against the Fujifilm X-M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1000D and Fujifilm X-M1 is 70 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1000D and Fujifilm X-M1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-M1 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1000D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.