Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced August 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Launched July 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G2
- Newer Model is Panasonic G5
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X-A3 was launched 5 years later than the G3 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades vs the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-A3 | G3 | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | July 2011 | More recent by 63 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Fujifilm X-A3
G3 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-A3 | G3 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 has exterior dimensions 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 G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 against the G3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and G3 is 86 and 83 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and G3.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-08-25 | 2011-07-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 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 | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339g (0.75 pounds) | 336g (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 270 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $480 | $500 |