Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic GX1

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was revealed 13 months after the GX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores versus the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Panasonic GX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the GX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GX1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GX1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.