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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1

Portability
86
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 front
Portability
82
Imaging
47
Features
50
Overall
48

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Launched January 2021
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Panasonic G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Refreshed by Panasonic G2
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-E4 and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E4 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was introduced 12 years later than the G1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores vs the G1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Panasonic G1

 Fujifilm X-E4 G1 
ReleasedJanuary 2021January 2009More recent by 147 months
Display resolution1620k460kClearer display (+1160k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Fujifilm X-E4

 G1 Fujifilm X-E4 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Panasonic G1

 Fujifilm X-E4 G1 
Focus manually More precise focus
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurements
Selfie screen Both good for selfies

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E4 features exterior dimensions of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") having a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E4 and Panasonic G1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 and the G1.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E4 and G1 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E4 and G1.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E4 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E4 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E4 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Portrait photography information
Panasonic G1 Portrait photography information
83
has manual focus
resolution is fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
58
manual focus
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Street photography information
Panasonic G1 Street photography information
80
screen tilts
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
includes focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
72
screen articulates fully
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E4
Sports photography with Panasonic G1
79
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
fast shooting (20.0 frames/s)
resolution is fantastic (26 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
good battery power (380 CIPA)
has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
33
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Travel photography info
Panasonic G1 Travel photography info
88
good battery power (380 per charge)
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
resolution is fantastic (26 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
62
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
lack of Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Landscape photography features
Panasonic G1 Landscape photography features
81
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
resolution is fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
exports RAW formats
good battery power (380 shots)
does not have image stabilization
58
manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Vlogging information
Panasonic G1 Vlogging information
82
display is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
provides face detection focusing
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic socket
does not have image stabilization
18
lack of video recording
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Panasonic G1
 Fujifilm X-E4Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-E4 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2021-01-27 2009-01-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 12800 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 3200
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 425 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 58 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 1,620k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 20.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 10.50 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 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 -
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 364g (0.80 lbs) 360g (0.79 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 53
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 463
Other
Battery life 380 images 330 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots One One
Retail price $849 $0