Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released November 2013
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Released August 2011
- Old Model is Panasonic GF2
- Newer Model is Panasonic GF5
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-A1 was released 2 years after the GF3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up against the GF3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Panasonic GF3
Fujifilm X-A1 | GF3 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | August 2011 | More modern by 29 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Fujifilm X-A1
GF3 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GF3
Fujifilm X-A1 | GF3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GF3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the GF3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF3 is 87 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF3.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A1 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-11-30 | 2011-08-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 264g (0.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 459 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 300 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $329 | $360 |