Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GM1
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Announced January 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-E3
(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
- Released December 2013
- Refreshed by Panasonic GM5
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.
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Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores versus the GM1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Panasonic GM1
| Fujifilm X-E2S | GM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2016 |  | December 2013 | Newer by 26 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1036k | Clearer screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
| GM1 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GM1
| Fujifilm X-E2S | GM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having 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") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GM1 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 choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the GM1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GM1 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GM1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF easier. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2S should have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2016-01-15 | 2013-12-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 77 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
| 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 speed | 7.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/50 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 350g (0.77 pounds) | 204g (0.45 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (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 score | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 660 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 230 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $599 | $750 |