Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GX9

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-H2 and Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H2 (40MP) and GX9 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-H2 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-H2 was announced 4 years after the GX9 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-H2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-H2 grades versus the GX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-H2 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-H2 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-H2 has got external measurements of 136mm x 93mm x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has sizing of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-H2 and Panasonic GX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-H2 compared to the GX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-H2 and GX9 is 62 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-H2 and GX9.

As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H2 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-H2 will produce greater detail with its extra 20MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-H2 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.