Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Announced September 2017
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Released September 2014
- Replaced the Panasonic GM1

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 3 years after the GM5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades versus the GM5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Panasonic GM5
Fujifilm X-E3 | GM5 | |||
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Released | September 2017 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 37 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Fujifilm X-E3
GM5 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GM5
Fujifilm X-E3 | GM5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 has external 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) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the GM5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GM5 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GM5.
To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E3 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will show extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-09-07 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor III | Venus Engine |
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 surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 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 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 211 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 220 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $700 | $966 |