Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic G2

In this write-up, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was announced 3 years later than the G2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores versus the G2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 features outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic G2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the G2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and G2 is 87 and 72 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and G2.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-M1 will offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-M1 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.