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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

Portability
89
Imaging
60
Features
65
Overall
62
Canon EOS M front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Key Specs

Canon M
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
  • Released July 2012
Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Introduced June 2012
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Overview

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon M and Fujifilm X-Pro1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M was announced very close to the Fujifilm X-Pro1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M scores against the Fujifilm X-Pro1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon M over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 M Fujifilm X-Pro1 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Canon M

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 M 
Display resolution1230k1040kCrisper display (+190k dot)

Common features in the Canon M and Fujifilm X-Pro1

 M Fujifilm X-Pro1 
IntroducedJuly 2012June 2012Similar generation
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display sizing
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon M enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-Pro1 has dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M compared to the Fujifilm X-Pro1.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M and Fujifilm X-Pro1 is 89 and 80 respectively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 top view buttons comparison

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M and Fujifilm X-Pro1.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon M to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 sensor size comparison

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon M Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Portrait photography highlights
76
has manual focus
decent megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
74
manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon M Street photography information
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Street photography information
72
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
64
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon M Sports photography factors
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sports photography factors
55
decent megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect AF
low frames per second (4.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 shots)
45
decent MP (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (300 shots)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon M
Travel photography with Fujifilm X-Pro1
63
boasts focus via touch
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse recording
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
53
decent MP (16 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
bad battery pack (300 shots)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M Landscape photography info
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Landscape photography info
66
has manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
65
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (300 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon M Vlogging features
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Vlogging features
37
touchscreen functionality
offers face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic support
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
26
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have microphone jack
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M and Fujifilm X-Pro1
 Canon EOS MFujifilm X-Pro1
General Information
Manufacturer Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon EOS M Fujifilm X-Pro1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2012-07-23 2012-06-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 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 area 332.3mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 5184 x 3456 4896 x 3264
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Max enhanced ISO 25600 25600
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 31 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Canon EF-M Fujifilm X
Total lenses 23 54
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech Clear View II TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.6x
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 4.0 frames per second 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/200s 1/180s
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 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 298 gr (0.66 lbs) 450 gr (0.99 lbs)
Dimensions 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7")
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 300 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E12 NP-W126
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $510 $1,169