Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic GM5

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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic GM5

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2/3 inch 58.1mm²
12.0 megapixels
25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm XQ1 Review.

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

Go in depth with our full Panasonic GM5 Review.
How does it shoot? Panasonic GM5 in the real world.
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What’s the bottom line? Read our Panasonic GM5 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Fujifilm XQ2
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Differences

Fujifilm XQ1 advantages over Panasonic GM5

Less expensive
$500 vs $899 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Faster JPEG shooting
12.0 fps vs 5.7 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos

Panasonic GM5 advantages over Fujifilm XQ1

Larger sensor
4/3 vs 2/3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Bigger pixels
~ 3.77 vs 2.20 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Hot shoe
Hot shoe vs None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
More pixels
16.0 vs 12.0 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
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
Bigger JPEG buffer
56 vs 9 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
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
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm XQ1, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
See our Fujifilm XQ1 First Shots

Great image quality for a tiny camera; Excellent high ISO for its class; Built-in EVF; Built-in hot-shoe; Improved ergonomics; Improved image quality for long exposures; Improved burst rate with hybrid shutter; 1080/60p video.
Slightly bigger than GM1 (but not by much); No built-in flash; Shallow buffers with RAW files; Dynamic range not quite as good as some competing models; Below average battery life.
Read our Panasonic GM5 Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm XF1

Fujifilm XQ1

Fujifilm XF1

$699
2/3 inch

Focus peaking
Built-in Wi-Fi

$460
2/3 inch

Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XF1

Panasonic GM5

Fujifilm XF1

$898
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$460
2/3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Olympus XZ-10

Fujifilm XQ1

Olympus XZ-10

$699
2/3 inch

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$299
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Olympus XZ-10

Panasonic GM5

Olympus XZ-10

$898
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$299
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GM5 vs Olympus XZ-10

Compared to Canon S120

Fujifilm XQ1

Canon S120

$699
2/3 inch

Slower slow-motion
Larger sensor

$449
1/1.7 inch

Touchscreen
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Canon S120

Panasonic GM5

Canon S120

$898
4/3

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$449
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Panasonic GM1

Fujifilm XQ1

Panasonic GM1

$699
2/3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$479
4/3

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GM5

Panasonic GM1

$898
4/3

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

$479
4/3

Less expensive
Internal flash

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Compared to Panasonic GF7

Fujifilm XQ1

Panasonic GF7

$699
2/3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$590
4/3

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Panasonic GM5

Panasonic GF7

$898
4/3

Eye-level viewfinder
Hot shoe

$590
4/3

Less expensive
Tiltable Screen

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