Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic G100

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the G100 (20MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and G100 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was announced 7 years before the G100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades against the G100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the G100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and G100 is 87 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and G100.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G100 will show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-M1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.