Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1
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Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 40MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 660g - 136 x 93 x 95mm
- Revealed September 2022
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-H1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Released July 2009
- Replacement is Panasonic GH2

Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-H2 and Panasonic GH1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H2 (40MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-H2 (APS-C) and GH1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-H2 was introduced 13 years after the GH1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-H2 grades versus the GH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-H2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-H2 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H2 over the Panasonic GH1
Fujifilm X-H2 | GH1 | |||
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Released | September 2022 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 161 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1160k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Fujifilm X-H2
GH1 | Fujifilm X-H2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-H2 and Panasonic GH1
Fujifilm X-H2 | GH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-H2 has physical measurements of 136mm x 93mm x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-H2 and Panasonic GH1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-H2 against the GH1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-H2 and GH1 is 62 and 81 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-H2 and GH1.
To sum up, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H2 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-H2 will provide extra detail using its extra 28 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-H2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-H2 vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-H2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-H2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2022-09-08 | 2009-07-10 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 40 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 7728 x 5152 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 82 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/180000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 8192 x 4320 @ 30p | 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) |
Max video resolution | 7680x4320 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 660 gr (1.46 lbs) | 385 gr (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 93 x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 680 photos | 320 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W235 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x UHS-II SD | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,999 | $949 |