Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S
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Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Released June 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Released January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E3
Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon G3 X versus Fujifilm X-E2S, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the G3 X (1") and Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) provide different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe G3 X was manufactured 7 months prior to the Fujifilm X-E2S so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the G3 X scores vs the Fujifilm X-E2S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Fujifilm X-E2S. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery and Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Fujifilm X-E2S
G3 X | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Canon G3 X
Fujifilm X-E2S | G3 X | |||
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Released | January 2016 | June 2015 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon G3 X and Fujifilm X-E2S
G3 X | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X offers outer dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E2S has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Examine the Canon G3 X versus Fujifilm X-E2S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G3 X vs the Fujifilm X-E2S.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and Fujifilm X-E2S is 60 and 85 respectively.
Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and Fujifilm X-E2S.
To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G3 X because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Canon G3 X will offer greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older G3 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm X-E2S Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Fujifilm X-E2S | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Fujifilm X-E2S |
Class | Large Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-06-18 | 2016-01-15 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 77 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Fujifilm X |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 54 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733 grams (1.62 pounds) | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") |
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 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $849 | $599 |