Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Introduced July 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Introduced July 2021
- Alternate Name is Lumix DC-GH5M2
- Previous Model is Panasonic GH5
- New Model is Panasonic GH6

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Panasonic GH5 II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the GH5 II (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and GH5 II (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-T2 was released 6 years prior to the GH5 II which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up versus the GH5 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T2 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery & Panasonic GH5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-T2 | GH5 II | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 II over the Fujifilm X-T2
GH5 II | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Introduced | July 2021 | ![]() | July 2016 | Newer by 61 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+800k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-T2 | GH5 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 has got exterior dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 II has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Panasonic GH5 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the GH5 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and GH5 II is 76 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and GH5 II.
As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T2 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH5 II Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II |
Also called as | - | Lumix DC-GH5M2 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-07-07 | 2021-07-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | 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 | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 108 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,840 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 4992x3744 (30p/?25p/?24p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4992x3744 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 507 gr (1.12 pounds) | 727 gr (1.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1136 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | 400 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | DMW-BLK22 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch pricing | $1,600 | $1,700 |