Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(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
(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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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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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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2014 |  | February 2013 | More modern by 18 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Crisper 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 type | Fixed |  | 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.
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.
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 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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E1 | Panasonic 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 |