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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1

Portability
61
Imaging
68
Features
85
Overall
74
Fujifilm X-H1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 front
Portability
82
Imaging
46
Features
50
Overall
47

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-H1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise 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
  • Revealed February 2018
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-H2
Panasonic G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Newer Model is Panasonic G2
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was brought out 9 years after the G1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-H1 matches up vs the G1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Panasonic G1

 Fujifilm X-H1 G1 
ReleasedFebruary 2018January 2009More modern by 111 months
Screen resolution1040k460kCrisper screen (+580k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Fujifilm X-H1

 G1 Fujifilm X-H1 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic G1

 Fujifilm X-H1 G1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-H1 enjoys outside dimensions of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 and the G1.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-H1 and G1 is 61 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-H1 and G1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-H1 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-H1 will offer greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-H1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Portrait photography information
Panasonic G1 Portrait photography information
80
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
57
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Street photography factors
Panasonic G1 Street photography factors
76
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
supports focus by touch
weather sealing
72
screen articulates fully
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic G1 Sports photography highlights
78
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
weather sealing
supports phase detect auto focus
low battery life (310 CIPA)
33
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Travel photography with Panasonic G1
64
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
supports focus by touch
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
low battery life (310 per charge)
does not feature selfie friendly display
62
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Landscape photography info
Panasonic G1 Landscape photography info
78
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
has double storage slots
low battery life (310 shots)
57
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3")
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Vlogging details
Panasonic G1 Vlogging details
35
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection focus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external microphone port
does not feature selfie friendly display
18
no video shooting
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic G1
 Fujifilm X-H1Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-H1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2018-02-14 2009-01-19
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by X-Processor Pro -
Sensor type 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 24 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 12800 1600
Highest boosted ISO 51200 3200
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 325 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 14.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 10.50 m
Flash settings Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/250s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 673g (1.48 pounds) 360g (0.79 pounds)
Physical dimensions 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 53
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.3
DXO Low light score not tested 463
Other
Battery life 310 images 330 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots Two One
Launch price $1,300 $0