Panasonic GH4 vs Canon G1X Mark II Specifications

4/3 224.9mm²
16.1 megapixels
ISO 200 - 25,600

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1.5 inch 233.8mm²
13.1 megapixels
24.00mm - 120.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Detailed specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II

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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:	Panasonic GH3 GH3 vs GH4	Canon G1X G1X vs G1X Mark II
Successor:	Panasonic GH5 GH4 vs GH5	Canon G1X Mark III G1X Mark II vs G1X Mark III
General
Model Number:	GH4	G1X Mark II
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Compact System Camera	Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured:	Yes	No
Retail Price:	$1500.00	$799.99
Street Price:	$898.50	$599.00
Date Available:	2014-04-30	2014-04-30
Tripod Mount:	Yes	Yes
Weight:	20.1 oz (569 g) includes batteries	19.9 oz (563 g) includes batteries
Size:	5.2 x 3.7 x 3.3 in. (133 x 93 x 84 mm)	4.6 x 2.9 x 2.6 in. (116 x 74 x 66 mm)
Waterproof:	No	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	Live MOS	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Panasonic
Effective Megapixels:	16.1	13.1
Sensor Format:	4/3	1.5 inch
Sensor size:	224.9mm² (17.30mm x 13.00mm)	233.75mm² (18.70mm x 12.50mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	3.75 microns	4.30 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	2.0x	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	4:3	3:2, 4:3
Color Filter Type:	RGBG	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed	Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	Yes	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No	No
DxO Sensor Score:	74	58
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	23.2	21.5
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	12.8	10.8
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	791	581
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3), 4608 x 3072 (14.2 MP, 3:2), 4608 x 2592 (11.9 MP, 16:9), 3456 x 3456 (11.9 MP, 1:1), 3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 3264 x 2176 (7.1 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 1840 (6.0 MP, Other), 2448 x 2448 (6.0 MP, 1:1), 2336 x 1720 (4.0 MP, Other), 2336 x 1560 (3.6 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1744 x 1744 (3.0 MP, 1:1), 1824 x 1368 (2.5 MP, 4:3), 1824 x 1216 (2.2 MP, 3:2), 1824 x 1024 (1.9 MP, 16:9), 1712 x 1712 (2.9 MP, 1:1)	4160 x 3120 (13.0 MP, 4:3), 4352 x 2904 (12.6 MP, 3:2), 4352 x 2448 (10.7 MP, 16:9), 3120 x 3120 (9.7 MP, 1:1), 2496 x 3120 (7.8 MP, Other), 3072 x 2304 (7.1 MP, 4:3), 3072 x 2048 (6.3 MP, 3:2), 3072 x 1728 (5.3 MP, 16:9), 2304 x 2304 (5.3 MP, 1:1), 1840 x 2304 (4.2 MP, Other), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1368 (2.8 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1536 x 1536 (2.4 MP, 1:1), 1232 x 1536 (1.9 MP, Other), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 640 x 424 (0.3 MP, Other), 640 x 360 (0.2 MP, 16:9), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1), 384 x 480 (0.2 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), MPO, RAW, RAW + JPEG	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), 14-bit RAW (.CR2), RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	12.8	5.3
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes	Yes
Movie Resolution:	4096x2160 (24p) 3840x2160 (30p/25p/24p) 1920x1080 (60p/60i/30p/24p) 1280x720 (60p/30p) 640x480 (30p) 1920x1080 (96p)	1920x1080 (30p) 1280x720 (30p) 640x480 (30p)
Movie File Format:	MOV (Audio format LPCM), MP4 (Audio format LPCM / AAC 2ch), AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2ch)	MOV (Image: H.264, Audio: Stereo Linear PCM)
Composite Video Out:	Yes	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	No	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	Yes
HD Video Out:	Yes	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Micro Four Thirds	n/a
Lens:	n/a	Canon Zoom Lens
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):		24 - 120mm
Focal Length (actual):		12.5 - 62.5mm
Zoom Ratio:		5.00x
Aperture Range:		f/2.0 (W) / f3.9 (T) - f/16, with 9-blade aperture
Integrated ND Filter:	No	Yes
Normal Focus Range:		5 cm to Infinity 2.0 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No	Yes
Digital Zoom:	Yes	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	2x, 4x; Magnification ratio depends on recording pixels and aspect ratio	Up to 4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detection: Face/Eye detection, AF Tracking, 49-area-focusing, Custom Multi, 1-area-focusing, Pinpoint (Full area touch is available)	Contrast Detect AF with Face Detection; 31-point AiAF, 1-point (center for face select and track)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	EVF / OLED	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	EVF: 2,359K-dot OLED, 100% coverage, 1.34x / 0.67x (35mm eq.) magnification, 21mm eyepoint, -4 to +4 diopter, adjustable eye sensor	Optional EVF available.
Focus Peaking:	Yes	Yes
EVF Resolution:	2,359,000 dots	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.67x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	1.34x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes	No
Rear Display:	Yes	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	1,036,800 dots	1,040,000 dots (345,600 px)
Touchscreen:	Yes	Yes
Articulating Screen:	Yes	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:	Yes	No
Selfie Screen:	Yes	Yes
Max Playback Zoom:	16.0x
Top Deck Display:	No	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	25600	12800
Minimum ISO (native):	200	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, Intelligent ISO, 200-25600; in 1/3 or 1 EV steps; expandable to ISO 100	Auto, 100 to 12800 in 1/3 EV steps
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1/2/3/4, Color Temperature Setting (2,500-10,000K in 100K steps)	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Custom 1/2, Underwater
Shutter Speed Range:	1/8000 - 60 sec	1/4000 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	1728-zone Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot	Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot, Face Detect AE
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	No scene modes. Creative Control (Stills): Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Rough Monochrome, Silky Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Color, Sunshine; Creative Control (Movies): Expressive, Retro, Old Days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Monochrome, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Fantasy, One Point Color	Scene Modes: Portrait, Smart Shutter, Star, Handheld Night Scene, Underwater, Snow, Fireworks; Filters: High Dynamic Range, Nostalgic, Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Background Defocus, Soft Focus, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect
Self Timer:	2, 10, 3 shots after 10 seconds	1 - 30 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction (when iA, iA+), Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Off; Built-in flash supports wireless mode (4 channels, 3 groups)	Auto, Auto w/Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/Red-eye Reduction, Flash Off; FE lock, Safety FE, Slow Synchro, Second-curtain synchro
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	12.0 m / 39.4 ft.	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Lens dependent; GN = 17m (ISO 200)	Auto ISO: 1.6 - 22 ft. (W), 4.6 - 11 ft. (T) / (50cm - 6.8m (W), 1.4 - 3.5m (T))
Max Flash Sync:	1/250
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe, PC Sync Socket	Hot-Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	UHS-I	UHS-I
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	RAW, RAW + JPEG	14-bit RAW (.CR2), RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	MOV (Audio format LPCM), MP4 (Audio format LPCM / AAC 2ch), AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2ch)	MOV (Image: H.264, Audio: Stereo Linear PCM)
Included Memory:	No memory included	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	Yes	Yes
NFC:	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth:	No	No
Built-In GPS:	No	No
Microphone Jack:	Yes	No
Headphone Jack:	Yes	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi	USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional wired DMW-RSL1	Optional RS-60E3 wired release, and via Wi-Fi
Connections (extended):	Micro HDMI (Type-D), 2.5mm Remote Jack, 3.5mm Mic Jack, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, DMW-YAGH IU Connections	Micro HDMI, remote jack (for optional RS60-E3 wired remote switch)

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.35	1.01
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.40	1.14
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):	0.35	1.24
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	12.8	5.3
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	Unlimited	Unlimited
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	11.8	1.5
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	21	Unlimited
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	11.9	1.3
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	21	Unlimited
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.19 seconds	0.21 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):		0.37 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.057 seconds	0.238 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.35 seconds	1.03 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.050 seconds	0.091 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	Full AF, wide-area AF mode = 0.186s	Fill AF shutter lag, Auto-area mode = 0.422s
Startup Time:	0.8 seconds	2.0 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.7 seconds	1.5 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	4.2 seconds	3.2 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	530 shots	240 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	500 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary	Proprietary NB-12L
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable	1 x Proprietary NB-12L Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No	No
Software
Included Software:	PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.5 PE (Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8); SILKYPIX Developer Studio 4.1 SE (Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8, Mac OS X v10.5-10.8); LoiLoScope (trial version) (Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8)	Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS X	Windows Vista/7/8, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Up to 4Kp30 Ultra HD video, higher-res EVF and OLED monitor, 12fps full-res burst mode, 1/8000s top shutter speed, 1/250 x-sync, 200K shutter, optional DMW-YAGH Interface Unit.	12.8MP 1.5-inch CMOS sensor, f/2.-3.9 5x zoom, DIGIC 6 processor, 1080p60 Full HD video, Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC. Optional EVF and grip available.