Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GM1

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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GM1

APS-C 368.2mm²
16.3 megapixels
ISO 200 - 6400

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X-Pro1 Review.
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4/3 224.9mm²
16.0 megapixels
ISO 200 - 25,600

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What’s the bottom line? Read our Panasonic GM1 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Succeeded by the Panasonic GM5
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Differences

Fujifilm X-Pro1 advantages over Panasonic GM1

Larger sensor
APS-C vs 4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Bigger pixels
~ 4.82 vs 3.77 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

300 vs 230 shots
Capture more photos
Higher max flash sync
1/180 vs 1/50 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Hot shoe
Hot shoe vs None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Bulb shutter
Bulb vs No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Bigger JPEG buffer
18 vs 10 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Bigger RAW buffer
11 vs 7 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)

Panasonic GM1 advantages over Fujifilm X-Pro1

Lens selection
Excellent vs Good
Better lens selection gives you more options
Less expensive
$750 vs $1700 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Fast startup
~0.90 vs 1.3 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
30 mm vs 42 mm
Thinner
Less shutter lag
0.19 vs 0.37 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Longer exposure
60 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster JPEG shooting
9.9 fps vs 5.2 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
10.3 fps vs 5.4 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Quality build; Unique hybrid optical viewfinder; Excellent LCD; Good controls; Excellent image quality.
Limited to prime lenses (for now); Loose aperture ring and EV dial; Mediocre autofocus speeds; Slow buffer clearing; Tripod socket too close to battery compartment.
Read our Fujifilm X-Pro1 Review

Large Four Thirds sensor is impressive for a camera this small; Shares sensor and processor of GX7; Excellent image quality with class-leading high ISO performance; Responsive all-around performer; AF system is fast and accurate; Easy to use and responsive touchscreen; Built-in Wi-Fi with remote control and sharing features; Lightweight and pocketable design makes it easy to carry everywhere.
Can be awkward to use with larger lenses; Rear dial is easy to accidentally press; Lacks a hot-shoe for EVF or external flash; Weak built-in flash; 1/50s flash sync; No 1080p60 video; No external headphone jack or mic input.
Read our Panasonic GM1 Review

The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX11

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Samsung NX11

$499
APS-C

Lens selection
Focus peaking

$649
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Samsung NX11

Panasonic GM1

Samsung NX11

$479
4/3

Lens selection
Focus peaking

$649
APS-C

Less expensive
Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX11

Compared to Pentax K-01

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Pentax K-01

$499
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

$359
APS-C

Lens selection
Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax K-01

Panasonic GM1

Pentax K-01

$479
4/3

Less expensive
Touchscreen

$359
APS-C

Larger sensor
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax K-01

Compared to Sony NEX-6

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Sony NEX-6

$499
APS-C

Fast startup
Doesn't require an AA filter

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Tiltable Screen

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony NEX-6

Panasonic GM1

Sony NEX-6

$479
4/3

Lens selection
Less expensive

$549
APS-C

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Sony NEX-6

Compared to Panasonic GM5

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Panasonic GM5

$499
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$898
4/3

Lens selection
Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GM5

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GM5

$479
4/3

Less expensive
Internal flash

$898
4/3

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GM5

Compared to Panasonic GF7

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Panasonic GF7

$499
APS-C

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$590
4/3

Lens selection
Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF7

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GF7

$479
4/3

$590
4/3

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

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