Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1
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67 Features
75 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched August 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Announced February 2012
- Refreshed by Panasonic GX7

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-A3 was brought out 4 years after the GX1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the GX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-A3 | GX1 | |||
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Announced | August 2016 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 56 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Fujifilm X-A3
GX1 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-A3 | GX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides exterior 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 GX1 has measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 against the GX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GX1 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GX1.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will show extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-08-25 | 2012-02-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
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 | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 7.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339g (0.75 lb) | 318g (0.70 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 300 photos |
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 feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $480 | $228 |