• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 40.2 megapixels
  • ISO 125 - 12,800

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Differences

Panasonic GH5 II advantages over Fujifilm X-H2

  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Good
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Less expensive
    $1798 vs $2499
    Save money for lenses or accessories

Fujifilm X-H2 advantages over Panasonic GH5 II

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More pixels
    40.2 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    3600 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/180000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Both provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • 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
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • 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
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Compared to Fujifilm X-H1

Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1000
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X-H2
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $1999
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Newer
  • $1000
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X-T3

Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-T3
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X-H2
Fujifilm X-T3
  • $1999
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon Z50

Panasonic GH5 II
Nikon Z50
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $790
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X-H2
Nikon Z50
  • $1999
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $790
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X-S10

Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-S10
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • More dots on screen
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive
Fujifilm X-H2
Fujifilm X-S10
  • $1999
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Top deck display
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compared to Panasonic GH6

Panasonic GH5 II
Panasonic GH6
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
Fujifilm X-H2
Panasonic GH6
  • $1999
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Slower slow-motion
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