X-Pro1vs OM System TG-7
Fujifilm
X-Pro1 (2012)
Starting from £249 new
Best for Film photography enthusiasts & Fujifilm X-mount collectors
View X-Pro1
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Film Photography Enthusiasts & Fujifilm X-Mount Collectors — X-Pro1 (2012): The camera that started it all — slow, imperfect, and still uniquely loveable for the quality of images it produces.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Who should buy what
X-Pro1 (2012)
- Film photographers who want a digital camera with genuine analogue soul
- Fujifilm fans who want to shoot the camera that started the X-mount legacy
- Street photographers who value the unique hybrid OVF experience
- Budget-conscious photographers who want X-Trans rendering at a very low price
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
Quick take: The x-pro1 has the highest resolution at 16mp; the x-pro1 is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-Pro1 (2012) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £249 | £449 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS I | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/24p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF — slow by modern standards | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | None | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~300 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 450g body only | 253g |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 82.8 × 46.7mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.37× (EVF), 0.5× / 0.6× (OVF) | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, HDMI mini | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-Pro1 | OM System TG-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — |
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