Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GX8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was manufactured 2 years later than the GX8 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up versus the GX8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 has external dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Panasonic GX8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the GX8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and GX8 is 85 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and GX8.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.