Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand 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
- Launched February 2018
- Successor is Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Revealed July 2009
- New Model is Panasonic GH2

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
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.

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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Panasonic GH1
Fujifilm X-H1 | GH1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 105 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Fujifilm X-H1
GH1 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic GH1
Fujifilm X-H1 | GH1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check out the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
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.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-H1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-02-14 | 2009-07-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X-Processor Pro | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 325 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673 grams (1.48 lbs) | 385 grams (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photos | 320 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Price at release | $1,300 | $949 |