Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S5
Portability
61 Imaging
68 Features
85 Overall
74
61 Imaging
68 Features
85 Overall
74
Portability
60 Imaging
76 Features
92 Overall
82
60 Imaging
76 Features
92 Overall
82
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
Fujifilm X-H1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Announced February 2018
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-H2
Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Released August 2020
- Replacement is Panasonic S5 II
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Below is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.
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Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-H1 grades versus the S5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Panasonic S5
| Fujifilm X-H1 | S5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Fujifilm X-H1
| S5 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2020 |  | February 2018 | More recent by 30 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1840k |  | 1040k | Clearer screen (+800k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic S5
| Fujifilm X-H1 | S5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3.0" | Same screen dimensions |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-H1 enjoys external measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 has measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 compared to the S5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-H1 and S5 is 61 and 60 respectively.
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-H1 and S5.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging. The older Fujifilm X-H1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-H1 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic S5 as a Portrait photography camera
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection focusing
saves RAW files
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Street photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Street photography with Panasonic S5
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
supports focus by touch
weather sealing
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
offers focus via touch
environment proof
good high ISO (51,200)
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max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
supports phase detect autofocus
low battery life (310 CIPA)
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Travel photography with Panasonic S5
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
supports focus by touch
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
low battery life (310 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
offers focus via touch
good megapixels (24MP)
display is selfie friendly
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-H1 Landscape photography info
Panasonic S5 Landscape photography info
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
two card slots
low battery life (310 per charge)
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.0 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
environment proof
has dual storage slots
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touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with microphone socket
display is not selfie friendly
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-H1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-H1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2018-02-14 | 2020-08-14 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | X-Processor Pro | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 325 | 225 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 31 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.0 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,840k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.74x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 673g (1.48 lb) | 714g (1.57 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 310 shots | 440 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
| Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
| Retail cost | $1,300 | $1,999 |