Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic G1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was announced 8 years later than the G1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the G1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic G1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the G1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and G1 is 85 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and G1.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give you greater detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.