Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GX9

Below is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was revealed 6 years prior to the GX9 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades against the GX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features outside measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX9 has measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Panasonic GX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus the GX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and GX9 is 80 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and GX9.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.