Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500
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Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 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
- Revealed June 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 24-480mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 915g - 138 x 102 x 135mm
- Launched September 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ2000
- Old Model is Panasonic FZ1000
Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500, both Large Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G3 X was manufactured 15 months prior to the FZ2500 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G3 X matches up against the FZ2500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The entire galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery & Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Panasonic FZ2500
G3 X | FZ2500 | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ2500 over the Canon G3 X
FZ2500 | G3 X | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | June 2015 | More modern by 15 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Canon G3 X and Panasonic FZ2500
G3 X | FZ2500 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G3 X comes with 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) while the Panasonic FZ2500 has measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") and a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).
Compare the Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G3 X vs the FZ2500.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and FZ2500 is 60 and 53 respectively.
Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and FZ2500.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged G3 X is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G3 X vs Panasonic FZ2500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ2000 |
Class | Large Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-06-18 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 13.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 4096 x 2060 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733 grams (1.62 lb) | 915 grams (2.02 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 138 x 102 x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | 538 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 350 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | DMW-BLC12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $849 | $998 |