Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Announced September 2017
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Announced February 2015
- Old Model is Panasonic GF6
- New Model is Panasonic GF8

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was introduced 2 years after the GF7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the GF7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-E3 | GF7 | |||
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Announced | September 2017 | ![]() | February 2015 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Fujifilm X-E3
GF7 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-E3 | GF7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides physical dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the GF7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GF7 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GF7.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E3 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give you greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-09-07 | 2015-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor III | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 266g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 230 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $700 | $308 |