Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 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
- Launched September 2017
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 402g - 123 x 71 x 55mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic GX1
- Refreshed by Panasonic GX8

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was revealed 3 years after the GX7 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades against the GX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Panasonic GX7
Fujifilm X-E3 | GX7 | |||
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Introduced | September 2017 | ![]() | November 2013 | Newer by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX7 over the Fujifilm X-E3
GX7 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GX7
Fujifilm X-E3 | GX7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides external dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the GX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GX7 is 85 and 81 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GX7.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-E3 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-E3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-09-07 | 2013-11-07 |
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 dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,765k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Slow sync w/red-eye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/320s |
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, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 402 gr (0.89 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 123 x 71 x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 718 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/ 3 shots) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $700 | $1,000 |