Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced February 2018
- New Model is Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic G2
- Later Model is Panasonic G5

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Panasonic G3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-H1 was launched 6 years after the G3 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-H1 | G3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 81 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Fujifilm X-H1
G3 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-H1 | G3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 enjoys exterior measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has proportions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 against the G3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-H1 and G3 is 61 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-H1 and G3.
All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-H1 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-H1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-H1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-02-14 | 2011-07-11 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X-Processor Pro | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias 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 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673 grams (1.48 pounds) | 336 grams (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | 270 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Price at release | $1,300 | $500 |