Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GX1
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Announced February 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic GX7
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Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced 20 months after the GX1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores vs the GX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-M1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Panasonic GX1
| Fujifilm X-M1 | GX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2013 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 20 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Fujifilm X-M1
| GX1 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic GX1
| Fujifilm X-M1 | GX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 has got outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Panasonic GX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the GX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and GX1 is 87 and 87 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and GX1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The younger Fujifilm X-M1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2013-09-17 | 2012-02-14 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine FHD |
| 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 7.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 318g (0.70 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 55 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 703 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 300 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $399 | $228 |