Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GH5 II

In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic GH5 II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and GH5 II (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and GH5 II (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was announced 2 months later than the GH5 II so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II grades vs the GH5 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Panasonic GH5 II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic GH5 II has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic GH5 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II against the GH5 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GH5 II is 82 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GH5 II.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 II with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively.