Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Released September 2014
- Replaced the Panasonic GM1
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GM5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and the GM5 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-T1 was launched 5 months earlier than the GM5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up against the GM5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Panasonic GM5
| Fujifilm X-T1 | GM5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Fujifilm X-T1
| GM5 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GM5
| Fujifilm X-T1 | GM5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | April 2014 |  | September 2014 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 has exterior measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 and the GM5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and GM5 is 79 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T1 and GM5.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 features the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF simpler.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2014-04-14 | 2014-09-15 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
| 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 surface 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 |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 1,166 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.46x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in 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 w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 440 grams (0.97 lbs) | 211 grams (0.47 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 721 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 images | 220 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | DMW-BLH7 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $1,300 | $966 |
