Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G1
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Released February 2013
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Announced January 2009
- Newer Model is Panasonic G2
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On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X-E1 was announced 4 years later than the G1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up versus the G1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Panasonic G1
| Fujifilm X-E1 | G1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2013 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 51 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Fujifilm X-E1
| G1 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic G1
| Fujifilm X-E1 | G1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same display resolution |
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Panasonic G1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs the G1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and G1 is 85 and 82 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and G1.
As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-E1 will offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2013-02-28 | 2009-01-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Pro | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 2.8" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 10.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lbs) | 360 grams (0.79 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 53 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 463 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $600 | $0 |