Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony G3

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony G3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and G3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was manufactured 4 years after the G3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up vs the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony G3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and G3 is 85 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and G3.

As you can see, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E1 will render extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.