• 2/3 inch 58.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 624.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Fujifilm X-S1 advantages over Panasonic GH5 II

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Panasonic GH5 II advantages over Fujifilm X-S1

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    4/3 vs 2/3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.34 vs 2.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    5K vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Thinner
    87 mm vs 149 mm
    Thinner
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 460k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    20.3 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    12.0 fps vs 7.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    108 vs 8 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    25600 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm S100FS

Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm S100FS
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Bulb shutter
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm S100FS
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Internal flash

Compared to Fujifilm HS10

Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm HS10
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm HS10
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Internal flash

Compared to Fujifilm HS30EXR

Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Internal flash

Compared to Fujifilm HS35EXR

Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Panasonic FZ300

Fujifilm X-S1
Panasonic FZ300
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $481
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Panasonic GH5 II
Panasonic FZ300
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $481
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
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