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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 front
Portability
91
Imaging
54
Features
62
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Introduced February 2013
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E2
Panasonic GM5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
  • Revealed September 2014
  • Succeeded the Panasonic GM1
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was released 18 months earlier than the GM5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores against the GM5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Panasonic GM5

 Fujifilm X-E1 GM5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Fujifilm X-E1

 GM5 Fujifilm X-E1 
RevealedSeptember 2014February 2013More modern by 18 months
Display sizing3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution921k460kCrisper display (+461k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic GM5

 Fujifilm X-E1 GM5 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers exterior 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 GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic GM5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the GM5.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GM5 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GM5.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 uses the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic GM5 as a Portrait photography camera
74
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
72
focusing manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
features face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E1
Street photography with Panasonic GM5
66
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
76
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
provides touch to focus
lighter than competition in class (211g)
very good high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography info
Panasonic GM5 Sports photography info
49
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
no image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
49
quiet shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/500 seconds)
low fps (5.8 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (220 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Travel photography details
Panasonic GM5 Travel photography details
65
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
71
lighter than competition in class (211g)
provides touch to focus
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic GM5 Landscape photography highlights
69
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (2.8 inch)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
69
focusing manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a good size (3")
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
very good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Vlogging features
Panasonic GM5 Vlogging features
32
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
35
touchscreen capability
features face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (211g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
no mic port
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Panasonic GM5
 Fujifilm X-E1Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-E1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2013-02-28 2014-09-15
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Pro Venus Engine
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 surface 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
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 4592 x 3448
Highest native ISO 6400 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.8" 3"
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot 1,166 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.46x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/500s
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames per second 5.8 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350g (0.77 lbs) 211g (0.47 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 66
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.1
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 721
Other
Battery life 350 photos 220 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID W126 DMW-BLH7
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $600 $966