Fujifilm X-M1 vs Pentax K-50

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-M1 and the Pentax K-50, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced in September 2013 and Pentax K-50 was introduced in November 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-M1 over Pentax K-50.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax K-50 over Fujifilm X-M1.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm X-M1 and Pentax K-50 have 3.0" screens with 920k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X-M1 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Pentax K-50 has a Fixed screen

Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder on Pentax K-50

Pentax K-50 has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage and 0.92x (0.61x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm X-M1.

Fujifilm X-M1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400. Pentax K-50 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 51,600.

Fujifilm X-M1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Fujifilm X-M1 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like S: (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Pentax K-50 is equipped with PRIME M processor and can take pictures up to 4928 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4224 x 2816, 3456 x 2304, 2688 x 1792 with 3:2 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Fujifilm X-M1 has Fujifilm X lens mount and Pentax K-50 has Pentax K_AF2 lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-M1

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-M1. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

In-Body Image Stabilization on Pentax K-50

Pentax K-50 has a built-in Sensor Shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This means that you are still getting vibration reduction when camera is paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-M1

Fujifilm X-M1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X-M1 comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Pentax K-50 comes with D-LI109 battery pack with battery life of 410 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-M1, and up to 1/6000 sec on Pentax K-50. Fujifilm X-M1 can shoot continuously up to 5.6 fps. Pentax K-50 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m at ISO 200 on Fujifilm X-M1 and 12.00 m at ISO 100 on Pentax K-50. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Fujifilm X-M1 and via Hot Shoe or Wireless connection to Pentax K-50. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on both cameras.

Fujifilm X-M1 body has dimensions of 117 x 67 x 39 mm (4.6 x 2.62 x 1.54") and Pentax K-50 body has dimensions of 130 x 97 x 71 mm (5.12 x 3.82 x 2.8"). Fujifilm X-M1 weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) and Pentax K-50 weighs 650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz).

Fujifilm X-M1

Pentax K-50

117 mm

67 mm

130 mm

97 mm

67 mm

97 mm

39 mm

71 mm