Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced August 2016
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Launched April 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic G5
- Newer Model is Panasonic G7
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and G6 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X-A3 was unveiled 3 years after the G6 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades versus the G6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic G6
Fujifilm X-A3 | G6 | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | April 2013 | Newer by 41 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1036k | Crisper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Fujifilm X-A3
G6 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic G6
Fujifilm X-A3 | G6 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 comes with outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the G6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and G6 is 86 and 74 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and G6.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-08-25 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 339 gr (0.75 lb) | 390 gr (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 340 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $480 | $750 |