Fujifilm X-E1 vs X-M1: full comparison
The X-E1 and X-M1 are closely matched — the right pick comes down to what you shoot.
Also searched as XE1 vs XM1, and in the other order as XM1 vs XE1.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-M1 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-E and the X-M. The X-M1 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2013. At launch the X-E1 was 999 USD and the X-M1 699 USD, making the X-M1 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-E1 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 6 fps continuous shooting and a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder.
The X-M1 isn't far behind. It hits back with 1080p/30p video and a lighter 330g body.
So which one? If you want 6 fps continuous shooting, get the X-E1. If 1080p/30p video is closer to what you actually need, the X-M1 is the smarter buy. And the X-M1 costs less — 699 USD at launch.
Where the X-E1 wins
- +6 fps continuous shooting
- +a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder
Where the X-M1 wins
- +1080p/30p video
- +a lighter 330g body
Who should buy the X-E1 or X-M1?
Buy the X-E1 if…
Pick the X-E1 if 6 fps continuous shooting, a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-E handling. Read the full X-E1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-M1 if…
Pick the X-M1 if 1080p/30p video, a lighter 330g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 699 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-M handling. Read the full X-M1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-E1 vs X-M1: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-E1 review and X-M1 review.
X-E1 vs X-M1: full specs
| Spec |  X-E12012 · $999 |  X-M12013 · $699 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Launch price | 999 USD | 699 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans I | X-Trans I |
| Processor | EXR Processor Pro | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 6 | 5.6 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 24p | 1080p 30p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | None |
| LCD | 2.8" fixed | 3" tilt |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 350g | 330g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-W126 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 350 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-E1 review and the Fujifilm X-M1 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.