Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF3

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was brought out 5 years after the GF3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the GF3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 has exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the GF3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF3 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF3.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A3 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A3 will render greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.