Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G9
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Released November 2017
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Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic G9, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and the G9 (20MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and G9 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm X-T1 was announced 4 years earlier than the G9 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up against the G9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Panasonic G9
| Fujifilm X-T1 | G9 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Fujifilm X-T1
| G9 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2017 |  | April 2014 | More recent by 43 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic G9
| Fujifilm X-T1 | G9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurements |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | Exact same display resolution |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 features outside dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G9 has specifications of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic G9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the G9.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and G9 is 79 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and G9.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic G9 will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2014-04-14 | 2017-11-08 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
| 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing 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 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 225 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | 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 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.83x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 440 gr (0.97 lbs) | 658 gr (1.45 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 400 photographs |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | DMW-BLF19 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | One | 2 |
| Cost at release | $1,300 | $1,500 |