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).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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 | |||
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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.
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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 |