Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic G3

The following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was brought out 4 years after the G3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores versus the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S provides physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the G3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and G3 is 85 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and G3.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S contains the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The younger Fujifilm X-E2S should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.