Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic G7

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic G7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the G7 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and G7 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was revealed 3 years before the G7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up versus the G7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has proportions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic G7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the G7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and G7 is 85 and 71 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and G7.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The older Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.