Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic GM1

Below is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Panasonic GM1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and GM1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was introduced 4 years later than the GM1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores versus the GM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R features outer dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Panasonic GM1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R compared to the GM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GM1 is 59 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GM1.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will provide greater detail using its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm GFX 50R will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.