Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GF1

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was revealed 3 years after the GF1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades against the GF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 has external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the GF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and GF1 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and GF1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-M1 will show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-M1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.