Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Released August 2016
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic GF5
- Successor is Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe Fujifilm X-A3 was announced 3 years later than the GF6 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades against the GF6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic GF6
Fujifilm X-A3 | GF6 | |||
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Announced | August 2016 | April 2013 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Fujifilm X-A3
GF6 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF6
Fujifilm X-A3 | GF6 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | The same screen resolution | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 has got external 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) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the GF6.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF6 is 86 and 87 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF6.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will result in extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-08-25 | 2013-04-08 |
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 | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339 grams (0.75 lb) | 323 grams (0.71 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 622 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 340 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $480 | $326 |