Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic G5

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic G5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the G5 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and G5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was announced 3 years later than the G5 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades versus the G5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR enjoys physical dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G5 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR compared to the G5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and G5 is 79 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and G5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR uses the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier. The more modern Fujifilm X-T1 IR provides an edge in sensor innovation.