Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
- Released September 2021
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 560g - 133 x 93 x 84mm
- Launched February 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic GH3
- Later Model is Panasonic GH5
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and GH4 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm GFX 50S II was revealed 7 years after the GH4 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II matches up against the GH4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S II over the Panasonic GH4
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | GH4 | |||
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Launched | September 2021 | February 2014 | Newer by 93 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2360k | 1036k | Sharper screen (+1324k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH4 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S II
GH4 | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic GH4
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | GH4 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II provides outer 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) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus the GH4.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and GH4 is 55 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and GH4.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will provide greater detail because of its extra 35MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50S II provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic GH4 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-09-02 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IX |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm G | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 14 | 107 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.67x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3600s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 17.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, auto/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/125s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (24p, 25p, 30p), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p), 1280 x 720 (24p, 25p, 30p), 640 x 480 (25p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 900g (1.98 pounds) | 560g (1.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") | 133 x 93 x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 791 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 500 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W235 | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs (single or three-shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Launch price | $3,999 | $1,500 |