• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Fujifilm X-E4 advantages over Panasonic GH5 II

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Less expensive
    $1049 vs $1798
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • 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
  • Thinner
    32 mm vs 87 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    354g vs 727g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    26.1 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
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 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

Panasonic GH5 II advantages over Fujifilm X-E4

  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Good
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.76x vs 0.62x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-E3

Fujifilm X-E4
Fujifilm X-E3
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Thinner
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Fujifilm X-E3

Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-E3
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Fujifilm X-E3

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Fujifilm X-E4
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Thinner
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Fujifilm X-T30

Compared to Fujifilm X-A7

Fujifilm X-E4
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Internal flash

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Fujifilm X-A7

Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Lens selection
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Fujifilm X-A7

Compared to Canon EOS M200

Fujifilm X-E4
Canon EOS M200
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Canon EOS M200

Panasonic GH5 II
Canon EOS M200
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Lens selection
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Canon EOS M200

Compared to Sony ZV-E10

Fujifilm X-E4
Sony ZV-E10
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E10

Panasonic GH5 II
Sony ZV-E10
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic GH5 II vs Sony ZV-E10

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