Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1
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![Canon EOS M6 front Canon EOS M6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-M6/Canon-M6-front.jpg)
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Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 112 x 68 x 45mm
- Launched February 2017
- Previous Model is Canon M3
- Successor is Canon M6 MII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E2
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Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-E1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The M6 was revealed 4 years later than the Fujifilm X-E1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the M6 scores against the Fujifilm X-E1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M6 and Fujifilm X-E1. The full galleries are provided at Canon M6 Gallery and Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M6 over the Fujifilm X-E1
M6 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2017 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 49 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Canon M6
Fujifilm X-E1 | M6 |
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Common features in the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-E1
M6 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon M6 has got physical dimensions of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E1 has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-E1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M6 compared to the Fujifilm X-E1.
![Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 size comparison Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M6-vs-Fujifilm-X-E1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M6 and Fujifilm X-E1 is 84 and 85 respectively.
![Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 top view buttons comparison Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M6-vs-Fujifilm-X-E1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M6 and Fujifilm X-E1.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon M6 to give more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher M6 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 sensor size comparison Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M6-vs-Fujifilm-X-E1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M6-vs-Fujifilm-X-E1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Specifications
Canon EOS M6 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M6 | Fujifilm X-E1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-02-15 | 2013-02-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 7 | EXR Pro |
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 area | 332.3mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 23 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390 gr (0.86 lbs) | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 68 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1317 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photos | 350 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $679 | $600 |