Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Released April 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF3
- Later Model is Panasonic GF6
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Panasonic GF5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-Pro1 was brought out 3 months after the GF5 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades versus the GF5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Panasonic GF5
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | GF5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | 920k | Sharper screen (+310k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1
GF5 | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Panasonic GF5
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | GF5 | |||
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Released | June 2012 | April 2012 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features outer dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Panasonic GF5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 compared to the GF5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and GF5 is 80 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and GF5.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-06-28 | 2012-04-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Pro | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 450 gr (0.99 lb) | 267 gr (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 360 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,169 | $600 |