Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the M (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The M was brought out 14 months earlier than the Fujifilm X-M1 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the M grades versus the Fujifilm X-M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M and Fujifilm X-M1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery and Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Fujifilm X-M1
M | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+120k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Canon M
Fujifilm X-M1 | M | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | September 2013 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 14 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Canon M and Fujifilm X-M1
M | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon M comes with outer dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-M1 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check out the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M compared to the Fujifilm X-M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and Fujifilm X-M1 is 89 and 87 respectively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M and Fujifilm X-M1.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon M to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-M1 Specifications
Canon EOS M | Fujifilm X-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS M | Fujifilm X-M1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-07-23 | 2013-09-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS I |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 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 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4896 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 23 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO200m) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lb) | 330g (0.73 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 350 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $510 | $399 |