Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon D5500

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon D5500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and D5500 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 15 months before the D5500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D5500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up against the D5500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-M1 & Nikon D5500. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Nikon D5500 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Nikon D5500 has proportions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the D5500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and D5500 is 87 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and D5500.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon D5500 to produce extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-M1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.