Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF3

The following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was revealed 4 years after the GF3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores vs the GF3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GF3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S and the GF3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GF3 is 85 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GF3.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2S will provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S will have an advantage in sensor innovation.