Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GF5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm X-T1 has external dimensions of 129 x 90 x 47 mm (5.08 x 3.54 x 1.84″) and weighs 440 g (0.97 lb / 15.52 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic GF5 has external dimensions of 108 x 67 x 37 mm (4.25 x 2.64 x 1.46″) and weighs 267 g (0.59 lb / 9.42 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 and the Panasonic GF5. Panasonic GF5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 23mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Fujifilm X-T1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GF5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic GF5 is significantly lighter (173g ) than the Fujifilm X-T1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since Fujifilm X-T1 has an APS-C sized sensor and Panasonic GF5 has a smaller Four Thirds sensor, Panasonic GF5's lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will generally be lighter and smaller than the Fujifilm X-T1 lenses.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the X-T1 has a big advantage over the GF5 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic GF5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Fujifilm X-T1 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic GF5 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to X-T1.