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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5

Portability
67
Imaging
71
Features
92
Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T4 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 front
Portability
59
Imaging
60
Features
89
Overall
71

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
  • Launched February 2020
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T3
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-T5
Panasonic GH5
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
  • Announced January 2017
  • Superseded the Panasonic GH4
  • Renewed by Panasonic GH5 II
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Overview

Below is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) and GH5 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-T4 (APS-C) and GH5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T4 was manufactured 3 years later than the GH5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T4 scores versus the GH5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Panasonic GH5

 Fujifilm X-T4 GH5 
AnnouncedFebruary 2020January 2017More recent by 39 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Fujifilm X-T4

 GH5 Fujifilm X-T4 
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T4 and Panasonic GH5

 Fujifilm X-T4 GH5 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Display resolution1620k1620kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Physical Comparison

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T4 enjoys exterior dimensions of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T4 vs the GH5.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T4 and GH5 is 67 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T4 and GH5.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T4 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T4 will provide more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T4 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Portrait photography information
Panasonic GH5 Portrait photography information
82
focusing manually
megapixel count high (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focus
saves RAW formats
76
focusing manually
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic GH5 as a Street photography camera
74
screen articulates
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
boasts touch focus
weather proofing
heavier than competitors in class (607g)
74
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
has focus via touch
environment proofing
good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Sports photography details
Panasonic GH5 Sports photography details
85
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/32,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count high (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proofing
better than average battery (500 per charge)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
68
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proofing
low battery life (410 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Travel photography features
Panasonic GH5 Travel photography features
75
better than average battery (500 shots)
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
boasts touch focus
megapixel count high (26MP)
selfie friendly display
heavier than competitors in class (607g)
68
environment proofing
has bluetooth
has focus via touch
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
low battery life (410 per charge)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic GH5 as a Landscape photography camera
85
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count high (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
better than average battery (500 CIPA)
2 card slots
75
focusing manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
no anti-alias filter
good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
low battery life (410 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Vlogging features
Panasonic GH5 Vlogging features
75
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection focus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
includes external mic support
heavier than competitors in class (607g)
75
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection autofocus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
has external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Panasonic GH5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T4 and Panasonic GH5
 Fujifilm X-T4Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-T4 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2020-02-24 2017-01-04
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type X-Trans CMOS 4 CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 200
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 425 225
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 1,620 thousand dot 1,620 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot 3,680 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.76x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/16000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 15.0 frames/s 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 607 gr (1.34 lbs) 725 gr (1.60 lbs)
Dimensions 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 77
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 807
Other
Battery life 500 photographs 410 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible)
Storage slots Two Two
Cost at release $1,700 $1,298