Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Launched September 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic GM1

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-M1 was manufactured 12 months prior to the GM5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the GM5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Panasonic GM5
Fujifilm X-M1 | GM5 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Fujifilm X-M1
GM5 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | September 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic GM5
Fujifilm X-M1 | GM5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 features external 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) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the GM5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and GM5 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and GM5.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-M1 comes with the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-M1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-09-17 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lb) | 211g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $399 | $966 |