Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic G3

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was launched 8 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 has outer measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 compared to the G3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and G3 is 86 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A7 and G3.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A7 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.