Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GM5

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Panasonic GM5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was revealed 3 years prior to the GM5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 scores versus the GM5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 has exterior dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs the GM5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and GM5 is 80 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and GM5.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 comes with the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The more aged Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.