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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2

Portability
79
Imaging
59
Features
76
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-T1 IR front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 front
Portability
70
Imaging
51
Features
65
Overall
56

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Launched August 2015
Panasonic GH2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 442g - 124 x 90 x 76mm
  • Released March 2011
  • Succeeded the Panasonic GH1
  • Newer Model is Panasonic GH3
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Overview

The following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GH2, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and GH2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was manufactured 4 years after the GH2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores vs the GH2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Panasonic GH2

 Fujifilm X-T1 IR GH2 
ReleasedAugust 2015March 2011Newer by 54 months
Screen resolution1040k460kSharper screen (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic GH2 over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR

 GH2 Fujifilm X-T1 IR 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GH2

 Fujifilm X-T1 IR GH2 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen size

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has outer measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic GH2 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GH2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR against the GH2.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and GH2 is 79 and 70 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and GH2.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more modern Fujifilm X-T1 IR provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic GH2 Portrait photography highlights
75
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
70
manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Street photography info
Panasonic GH2 Street photography info
75
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
68
fully articulated screen
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Sports photography highlights
Panasonic GH2 Sports photography highlights
65
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
environment proof
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery power (350 CIPA)
46
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports tracking focus
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (330 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Travel photography information
Panasonic GH2 Travel photography information
63
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
not so great battery power (350 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
62
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
does not have Timelapse function
low battery life (330 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic GH2 as a Landscape photography camera
71
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery power (350 CIPA)
60
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (330 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Vlogging factors
Panasonic GH2 Vlogging factors
33
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have microphone socket
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
71
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes microphone support
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic GH2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic GH2
 Fujifilm X-T1 IRPanasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-T1 IR Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2015-08-03 2011-03-23
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 160
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Available lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.71x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 8.00 m (ISO 100) 15.60 m
Flash settings Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 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 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) 1920 x 1080 (24, 30, 60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 AVCHD, Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 440g (0.97 pounds) 442g (0.97 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") 124 x 90 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 60
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 655
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 330 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $1,299 $1,000