Canon 1200D vs Fujifilm X-M1

Lets look more closely at the Canon 1200D versus Fujifilm X-M1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the 1200D (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 1200D was manufactured 5 months after the Fujifilm X-M1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the 1200D grades vs the Fujifilm X-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1200D and Fujifilm X-M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1200D Gallery and Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1200D enjoys outside measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-M1 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1200D versus Fujifilm X-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 1200D against the Fujifilm X-M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1200D and Fujifilm X-M1 is 68 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1200D and Fujifilm X-M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon 1200D to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.