Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GX9

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Panasonic GX9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the GX9 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores against the GX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Panasonic GX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the GX9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GX9 is 85 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GX9.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E1 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.