Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-E2S and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced in January 2016 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 was introduced in July 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-E2S Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS II Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 200 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 77 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 7.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Highlights

      • 12 MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • Electronic (LVF) Viewfinder
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Low Bit Depth
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 64

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-E2S

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-E2S over Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1.

      Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1
      Sensor Type CMOS X-TRANS II vs CMOS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs Micro Four Thirds
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 12 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 1,600
      Higher Boosted ISO 51,200 vs 3,200
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4000 x 3000
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 460k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 7.0 fps vs 3.0 fps
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/180 sec vs 1/160 sec
      Average Metering vs
      Speaker Mono vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) vs 385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 350 shots vs 320 shots
      Orientation Sensor vs

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      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 over Fujifilm X-E2S.

      Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 100
      Screen Type Fixed vs Fully Articulated
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 60 sec
      Center Weighted Metering vs

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1
        Video Capture
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini
        Light350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1
        No Image Stabilization
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        Low Video Recording Limit30 min30 min
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life350 shots320 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 have 3.0" screens with 1,040k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X-E2S has a Fixed screen Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

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      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 with Fully Articulated screen


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-E2S has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 has a built-in Electronic (LVF) viewfinder. They both have 100% coverage.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E2S features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS II sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 features a 12 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 169 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode.

      Fujifilm X-E2S has CMOS X-TRANS II sensor

      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
      Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-E2S is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3:2 (3456 x 2304, 2496 x 1664), 16:9 (4896 x 2760, 2304 x 2304), 1:1 (3264 x 3264, 2304 x 2304, 1664 x 1664) with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 is equipped with Venus Engine HD processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 3000, 4128 x 2752, 4352 x 2448, 3072 x 1728, 2992 x 2992, 2928 x 1952, 2816 x 2112, 2112 x 2112, 2064 x 1376, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1504 x 1504 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Fujifilm X-E2S has Fujifilm X lens mount and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 has Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Due to APS-C sensor in Fujifilm X-E2S its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5. Due to Micro Four Thirds sensor in Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 its crop factor is equal to 2x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-E2S

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-E2S. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm X-E2S it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 nothing can be done. On Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm X-E2S nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-E2S

      Fujifilm X-E2S has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X-E2S has a Mini HDMI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 has an HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-E2S comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-E2S has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm X-E2S has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-E2S, and up to 1/4000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. Fujifilm X-E2S can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) on Fujifilm X-E2S and 10.50 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-E2S and 1/160 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-E2S body has dimensions of 129 x 75 x 37 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.46") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 body has dimensions of 124 x 90 x 45 mm (4.88 x 3.54 x 1.77"). Fujifilm X-E2S weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 weighs 385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz).

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      129 mm

      75 mm

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      124 mm

      90 mm

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      75 mm

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      90 mm

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      37 mm

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      45 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      GOOD
      78
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      70
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      GOOD
      81
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      GOOD
      82
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and give them scores of 67 and 63 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      OVERALL
      67
      OVERALL
      63

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      GOOD
      70
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 64

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Low Bit Depth
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec

      Video

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      GOOD
      83
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      GOOD
      81
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-E2S

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots


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