Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G1

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was brought out 5 years after the G1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores versus the G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys physical measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the G1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 and G1 is 79 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and G1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T1 will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.