Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF1

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was unveiled 8 years after the GF1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up vs the GF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outside measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the GF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GF1 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GF1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.