Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200
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Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Launched June 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S3250

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon G3 X and FujiFilm S3200, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and S3200 (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and S3200 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

The G3 X was revealed 4 years later than the S3200 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the G3 X matches up versus the S3200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X & FujiFilm FinePix S3200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & FujiFilm S3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the FujiFilm S3200
G3 X | S3200 | |||
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Launched | June 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 55 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1390k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Canon G3 X
S3200 | G3 X |
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Common features in the Canon G3 X and FujiFilm S3200
G3 X | S3200 |
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Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the FujiFilm S3200 has dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Compare the Canon G3 X and FujiFilm S3200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G3 X vs the S3200.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and S3200 is 60 and 67 respectively.

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and S3200.
To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 X with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G3 X will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher G3 X will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S3200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix S3250 |
Category | Large Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-06-18 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733 gr (1.62 lb) | 540 gr (1.19 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 300 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-10L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $849 | $190 |