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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
63
Overall
60
Fujifilm X-M1 front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-M1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Released September 2013
Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Released June 2012
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Overview

Below is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was unveiled 15 months later than the Fujifilm X-Pro1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades against the Fujifilm X-Pro1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 Fujifilm X-M1 Fujifilm X-Pro1 
ReleasedSeptember 2013June 2012More recent by 15 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Fujifilm X-M1

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 Fujifilm X-M1 
Screen resolution1230k920kSharper screen (+310k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1

 Fujifilm X-M1 Fujifilm X-Pro1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-M1 features external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-Pro1 has measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the Fujifilm X-Pro1.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 is 87 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photos although you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm X-M1 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Portrait photography camera
74
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
exports RAW files
74
you can focus manually
decent MP (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Street photography with Fujifilm X-Pro1
76
has a tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no image stabilization
64
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-Pro1
54
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
45
decent MP (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
max frames per second very slow (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low battery life (300 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Travel photography info
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Travel photography info
66
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
53
decent MP (16MP)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery life (300 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-Pro1
70
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
exports RAW files
no image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
65
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW files
lack of image stabilization
low battery life (300 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Vlogging camera
31
supports face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
does not have external microphone support
26
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of external mic port
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1
 Fujifilm X-M1Fujifilm X-Pro1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm X-M1 Fujifilm X-Pro1
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2013-09-17 2012-06-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II EXR Pro
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS X-TRANS I
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4896 x 3264
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Max enhanced ISO - 25600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 49 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 54 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 920 thousand dot 1,230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.6x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames per sec 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (ISO200m) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
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 330g (0.73 lbs) 450g (0.99 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 300 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NP-W126
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $399 $1,169