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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H

Portability
67
Imaging
71
Features
92
Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T4 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
Portability
52
Imaging
76
Features
87
Overall
80

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
  • Introduced February 2020
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T3
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-T5
Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Released August 2019
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Overview

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T4 and Panasonic S1H, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) and the S1H (24MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T4 (APS-C) and S1H (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T4 was introduced 6 months later than the S1H so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T4 grades versus the S1H when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Panasonic S1H

 Fujifilm X-T4 S1H 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Fujifilm X-T4

 S1H Fujifilm X-T4 
Screen dimension3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2330k1620kClearer screen (+710k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T4 and Panasonic S1H

 Fujifilm X-T4 S1H 
ReleasedFebruary 2020August 2019Similar generation
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T4 has got exterior measurements of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1H has sizing of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T4 and Panasonic S1H in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T4 versus the S1H.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T4 and S1H is 67 and 52 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T4 and S1H.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T4 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm X-T4 will deliver more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T4
Portrait photography with Panasonic S1H
82
has manual focus
excellent megapixels (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
85
focusing manually
above average flash sync (1/320 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Street photography features
Panasonic S1H Street photography features
74
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment proof
more heavy than competition (607 grams)
69
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
supports focus via touch
weather proofing
above average ISO range (51,200)
heavier than others in class (1,052g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic S1H Sports photography highlights
85
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
excellent megapixels (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
good battery power (500 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
low battery pack (400 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic S1H as a Travel photography camera
75
good battery power (500 shots)
environment proof
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
excellent megapixels (26MP)
display is selfie friendly
more heavy than competition (607 grams)
64
weather proofing
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
display is selfie friendly
low battery pack (400 CIPA)
heavier than others in class (1,052g)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Landscape photography features
Panasonic S1H Landscape photography features
85
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
excellent megapixels (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW formats
environment proof
good battery power (500 shots)
two card slots
81
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
two card slots
low battery pack (400 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Vlogging features
Panasonic S1H Vlogging features
75
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detection focusing
high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (607 grams)
70
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (5952 x 3988 pixels)
comes with mic socket
heavier than others in class (1,052 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T4 and Panasonic S1H
 Fujifilm X-T4Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-T4 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-02-24 2019-08-28
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type X-Trans CMOS 4 CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 51200
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 204800
Lowest native ISO 160 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 425 225
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Leica L
Total lenses 54 30
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 1,620 thousand dots 2,330 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots 5,760 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 15.0 frames per sec 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/320 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 5952x3988
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 607g (1.34 lbs) 1052g (2.32 lbs)
Dimensions 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 500 shots 400 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 2 2
Pricing at release $1,700 $3,998