Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-E1

Lets look much closer at the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-E1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The M3 was unveiled 24 months after the Fujifilm X-E1 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M3 matches up against the Fujifilm X-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 and Fujifilm X-E1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M3 has got outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E1 has sizing of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-E1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the M3 and the Fujifilm X-E1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and Fujifilm X-E1 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and Fujifilm X-E1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon M3 to resolve greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher M3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.