Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed August 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Launched January 2009
- Refreshed by Panasonic G2

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-A3 was brought out 7 years later than the G1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the G1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic G1
Fujifilm X-A3 | G1 | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 93 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Fujifilm X-A3
G1 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic G1
Fujifilm X-A3 | G1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 features outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic G1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the G1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and G1 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and G1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will resolve greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-08-25 | 2009-01-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 339 gr (0.75 lb) | 360 gr (0.79 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $480 | $0 |