Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Announced February 2012
- Updated by Panasonic GX7

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was announced 5 years after the GX1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-E3 scores vs the GX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-E3 | GX1 | |||
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Announced | September 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 68 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Fujifilm X-E3
GX1 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-E3 | GX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 has got physical measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the GX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GX1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GX1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E3 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-E3 will offer greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-09-07 | 2012-02-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.60 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) | 318 grams (0.70 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 300 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $700 | $228 |