Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF5
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Revealed September 2017
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Replaced the Panasonic GF3
- Newer Model is Panasonic GF6
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The following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X-E3 was revealed 5 years after the GF5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the GF5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Panasonic GF5
| Fujifilm X-E3 | GF5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2017 | April 2012 | Newer by 67 months | |
| Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Fujifilm X-E3
| GF5 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GF5
| Fujifilm X-E3 | GF5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
| Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outer measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Panasonic GF5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the GF5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GF5 is 85 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GF5.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give you greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2017-09-07 | 2012-04-05 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor III | Venus Engine FHD |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 267g (0.59 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 573 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 pictures | 360 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $700 | $600 |