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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II

Portability
79
Imaging
59
Features
76
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-T1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II front
Portability
59
Imaging
63
Features
89
Overall
73

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Revealed April 2014
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T2
Panasonic GH5 II
(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 Maximum Shutter
  • 4992 x 3744 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 727g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
  • Revealed July 2021
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DC-GH5M2
  • Superseded the Panasonic GH5
  • Successor is Panasonic GH6
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and the GH5 II (20MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and GH5 II (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was released 8 years earlier than the GH5 II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 grades versus the GH5 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Panasonic GH5 II

 Fujifilm X-T1 GH5 II 

Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 II over the Fujifilm X-T1

 GH5 II Fujifilm X-T1 
RevealedJuly 2021April 2014Newer by 88 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1840k1040kCrisper display (+800k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GH5 II

 Fujifilm X-T1 GH5 II 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 offers outer dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 II has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 against the GH5 II.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and GH5 II is 79 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and GH5 II.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GH5 II will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Portrait photography information
Panasonic GH5 II Portrait photography information
75
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focus
supports RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
good megapixels (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Street photography features
Panasonic GH5 II Street photography features
75
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
lack of image stabilization
74
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus by touch
weather proofing
good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Sports photography with Panasonic GH5 II
67
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (350 shots)
70
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
not so great battery life (400 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic GH5 II as a Travel photography camera
63
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (350 per charge)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
69
weather proofing
has bluetooth
includes focus by touch
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
not so great battery life (400 per charge)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic GH5 II Landscape photography factors
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (350 shots)
76
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
does not have anti-alias filter
good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
not so great battery life (400 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Vlogging factors
Panasonic GH5 II Vlogging factors
33
includes face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
76
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection autofocus
great video quality (4992 x 3744 pixels)
has external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH5 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GH5 II
 Fujifilm X-T1Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-T1 Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II
Also called as - Lumix DC-GH5M2
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2014-04-14 2021-07-30
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II 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 16MP 20MP
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 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO 100 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 225
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 54 108
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of display Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 1,840k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT LCD (RGBW) -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 3,680k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.76x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 8.0 frames/s 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 8.00 m (ISO100) no built-in flash
Flash modes 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
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) 4992x3744 (30p/?25p/?24p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 4992x3744
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 440 gr (0.97 lb) 727 gr (1.60 lb)
Physical dimensions 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 79
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 1136
Other
Battery life 350 photos 400 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 DMW-BLK22
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible)
Storage slots One 2
Cost at release $1,300 $1,700