Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G5

Following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and G5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and G5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was brought out 9 years after the G5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II grades versus the G5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II provides exterior dimensions of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II compared to the G5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and G5 is 55 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and G5.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will render greater detail having its extra 35MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50S II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.