Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E1
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Old Model is Panasonic GF2
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF5
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-E2 was released 2 years after the GF3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores versus the GF3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Panasonic GF3
Fujifilm X-E2 | GF3 | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | August 2011 | More modern by 32 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Fujifilm X-E2
GF3 | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic GF3
Fujifilm X-E2 | GF3 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 offers physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Panasonic GF3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the GF3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF3 is 85 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF3.
Plainly, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-E2 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-03-05 | 2011-08-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 264 gr (0.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 459 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 300 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $450 | $360 |