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The concept of the mirrorless camera has changed considerably since the first models appeared on the scene a decade ago.

Whereas the aim used to be to synthesise a compact form factor with high-end features, no matter the intended user base, the main objective today is to produce a range of bodies – some compact and portable, others larger and more robust – for different kinds of users. This is especially true now that there are so many advanced telephoto lenses whose size necessitates a camera with a substantial grip.

In this comparison preview, we’re going to be taking a look the main differences between two Fujifilm cameras that epitomise these contrasting approaches.

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Two years ago, Fujifilm announced its most popular X-Series camera to date, the X-T2. It was one of many “second generation” mirrorless cameras to hit the market that year and included characteristics one would expect from a high-end product such as a more robust housing, an improved autofocus system and 4K video.

The recently announced Fujifilm X-H1 is built upon the strengths of the X-T2, making it the most powerful X-Series camera in the range.

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Update: our X-H1 vs X-T2 full comparison is now online!

With every other company in the mirrorless segment releasing models featuring in-body stabilisation, many assumed that it was only a matter of time before Fujifilm followed suit.

Well, it turns out that the predictions were true: the X-H1 is here and it looks like a serious competitor to other IBIS-capable models on the market today.

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The Panasonic Lumix GX9 is the official successor to the GX8, even though its design and dimensions are far more reminiscent of its mid-range sibling, the Lumix GX85.

They have a number of things in common such as 20MP of resolution, a 200-25600 ISO range (with pull ISO 100), 4K video up to 30fps, 4K Photo and the DFD (Depth from Defocus) contrast detection AF system with 49 points.

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The Panasonic Lumix GX9 is the latest edition to the Lumix GX range of cameras. Officially speaking it is the direct successor of the Lumix GX8 but in reality, it has much more in common with the mid-range Lumix GX85/GX80 which was released in mid-2016.

In the following comparison preview, we’re going to be running through all the main differences that set the GX85 and GX9 apart. Let’s begin!

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