Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GM1

Following is a extensive review of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled 3 months after the GM1 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores vs the GM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Panasonic GM1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the GM1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and GM1 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2 and GM1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 uses the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field simpler.