Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic GF3

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Panasonic GF3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was brought out 7 years later than the GF3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up vs the GF3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R comes with physical measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") along with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Panasonic GF3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R compared to the GF3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GF3 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GF3.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will resolve more detail having its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm GFX 50R should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.