Fujifilm X-M1 vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Panasonic GX8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 22 months earlier than the GX8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores versus the GX8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the GX8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and GX8 is 87 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and GX8.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX8 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-M1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.