Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH4
Portability
79 Imaging
58 Features
76 Overall
65
79 Imaging
58 Features
76 Overall
65
Portability
66 Imaging
53 Features
88 Overall
67
66 Imaging
53 Features
88 Overall
67
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH4 Key Specs
Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released April 2014
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T2
Panasonic GH4
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 560g - 133 x 93 x 84mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Previous Model is Panasonic GH3
- Refreshed by Panasonic GH5
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The following is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Panasonic GH4, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and GH4 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.
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Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up versus the GH4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Panasonic GH4
| Fujifilm X-T1 | GH4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1036k | Clearer screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH4 over the Fujifilm X-T1
| GH4 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GH4
| Fujifilm X-T1 | GH4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | April 2014 |  | February 2014 | Same age |
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen size |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 features external measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Panasonic GH4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the GH4.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and GH4 is 79 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH4 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and GH4.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Portrait photography with Panasonic GH4
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
has face detect focusing
exports RAW files
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Fujifilm X-T1 Street photography advice
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screen tilts up and down
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
screen articulates
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
supports focus via touch
environment sealing
lighter than competitors in class (560 grams)
above average high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T1 Sports photography info
Panasonic GH4 Sports photography info
silent mode (1/32,000s)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
bad battery (350 CIPA)
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Fujifilm X-T1 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic GH4 Travel photography highlights
environment sealing
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
bad battery (350 CIPA)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lighter than competitors in class (560g)
environment sealing
supports focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is selfie friendly
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Fujifilm X-T1 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic GH4 Landscape photography advice
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
bad battery (350 shots)
you can focus manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T1 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic GH4 as a Vlogging camera
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external microphone support
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
has face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic socket
lighter than competitors in class (560g)
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GH4 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Released | 2014-04-14 | 2014-02-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine IX |
| 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 area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 49 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,036k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | OLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.67x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 12.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO100) | 17.00 m (at ISO 200) |
| 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/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync/redeye reduction, forced off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (24p, 25p, 30p), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p), 1280 x 720 (24p, 25p, 30p), 640 x 480 (25p, 30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 440g (0.97 lbs) | 560g (1.23 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 133 x 93 x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 74 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 791 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 500 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | DMW-BLF19 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 secs (single or three-shot)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $1,300 | $1,500 |