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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1

Portability
89
Imaging
59
Features
65
Overall
61
Canon EOS M front
 
Fujifilm X-E1 front
Portability
85
Imaging
57
Features
55
Overall
56

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Key Specs

Canon M
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
  • Revealed July 2012
Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Announced February 2013
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-E2
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the M (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M was manufactured 7 months prior to the Fujifilm X-E1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M matches up against the Fujifilm X-E1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon M over the Fujifilm X-E1

 M Fujifilm X-E1 
Screen size3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution1040k460kSharper screen (+580k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Canon M

 Fujifilm X-E1 M 
AnnouncedFebruary 2013July 2012More modern by 7 months

Common features in the Canon M and Fujifilm X-E1

 M Fujifilm X-E1 
Focus manually More exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E1 has measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

See the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M vs the Fujifilm X-E1.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M and Fujifilm X-E1 is 89 and 85 respectively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 top view buttons comparison

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and Fujifilm X-E1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon M to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 sensor size comparison

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon M as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
75
manual focus
decent MP (18 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
74
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon M as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-E1 as a Street photography camera
72
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
has touch to focus
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
66
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon M Sports photography features
Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography features
54
decent MP (18 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
48
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
slow frames per second (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon M Travel photography features
Fujifilm X-E1 Travel photography features
63
has touch to focus
decent MP (18MP)
missing Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M Landscape photography details
Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography details
65
manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
decent MP (18MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
68
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (2.8")
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon M
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E1
37
touchscreen capability
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
32
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with microphone port
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M and Fujifilm X-E1
 Canon EOS MFujifilm X-E1
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon EOS M Fujifilm X-E1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2012-07-23 2013-02-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 5 EXR Pro
Sensor type CMOS CMOS X-TRANS I
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 5184 x 3456 4896 x 3264
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Highest boosted ISO 25600 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 31 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Canon EF-M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 23 54
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.8 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech Clear View II TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 4.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/200 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 298 grams (0.66 pounds) 350 grams (0.77 pounds)
Physical dimensions 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 65 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 22.1 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.2 not tested
DXO Low light rating 827 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 images 350 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E12 W126
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $510 $600