Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic G3

Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up versus the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 features external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic G3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the G3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and G3 is 85 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and G3.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.