Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH1

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH1, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and GH1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was unveiled 6 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades vs the GH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs the GH1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and GH1 is 79 and 81 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and GH1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T1 IR will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.