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X-H1 vs DC-G97
Quick take: The X-H1 has the highest resolution at 24MP; the X-H1 is the most affordable; only the X-H1 is weather sealed.
16 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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Verdictwhich should you buy?
X-H1 — Landscape & Travel: The X-H1 was Fujifilm's first IBIS-equipped camera and remains the most ergonomic X-mount body ever made. Its deep grip and build quality are class-leading. The 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor delivers outstanding image quality. Video spec is slightly dated but F-Log recording is supported. An excellent used-market buy for photographers who want Fujifilm's film simulations with body-based stabilisation at a fraction of current prices.
Who should buy what
X-H1 (2018)
is the right camera for you if…
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | X-H1Fujifilm · 2018 | DC-G97Lumix · 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £500Best | £649 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 20.3MP Four Thirds CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MPBest | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, F-Log | Unlimited 4K/30p, V-Log L pre-installed |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Contrast-detect AF with Depth-from-Defocus, face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS (4-stop) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (mechanical)Best | 6fps (continuous AF) |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA)Best | 300 shots (CIPA, estimated) |
| Weight | 623g (body only) | 530g (with battery and card)Best |
| Dimensions | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm | — |
| Weather Sealed | YesBest | Not weather sealed |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | Fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD (UHS-II) |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, micro HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
X-H1
DC-G97
Portrait
6.9/10
5.2/10
Street
5.7/10
5.6/10
Travel
5.6/10
5.1/10
Wedding & Events
6.5/10
3.8/10
Filmmaking
5.3/10
4.9/10
Documentary
5.8/10
4.7/10
Sports & Action
6.6/10
4.6/10
Landscape
5.4/10
4.3/10
Wildlife
6.9/10
5.3/10
Casual
4.4/10
5.7/10
Food
6.2/10
6.2/10
Macro
6.2/10
6.2/10
Architecture
5.3/10
5.0/10
Astrophotography
4.8/10
4.2/10
Vlogging & Video
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5.7/10
Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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