Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1
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![Fujifilm X-E1 front Fujifilm X-E1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-E1/Fujifilm-X-E1-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Launched February 2013
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Launched December 2013
- Replacement is Panasonic GM5
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.
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The Fujifilm X-E1 was launched 9 months earlier than the GM1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades vs the GM1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Panasonic GM1
Fujifilm X-E1 | GM1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Fujifilm X-E1
GM1 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Launched | December 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 9 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1036k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+576k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic GM1
Fujifilm X-E1 | GM1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got outside 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) and the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 in the 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 have chosen at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the GM1.
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 size comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GM1 is 85 and 93 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GM1.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E1-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street 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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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-02-28 | 2013-12-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/50 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 204 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $600 | $750 |