Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Panasonic G3

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Panasonic G3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and G3 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S was revealed 5 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S matches up vs the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50S comes with exterior measurements of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Panasonic G3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and the G3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and G3 is 59 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and G3.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will resolve extra detail because of its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 50S should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.