Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and GH1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was manufactured 8 years after the GH1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-H1 grades against the GH1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-H1 features physical dimensions of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic GH1 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 against the GH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-H1 and GH1 is 61 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-H1 and GH1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-H1 will show extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-H1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.