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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2

Portability
74
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 front
Portability
88
Imaging
48
Features
50
Overall
48

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
  • Launched January 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-Pro3
Panasonic GF2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
  • Launched February 2011
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic GF1
  • Updated by Panasonic GF3
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Overview

Below is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GF2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and GF2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was launched 4 years later than the GF2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 scores against the GF2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Panasonic GF2

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 GF2 
LaunchedJanuary 2016February 2011More recent by 60 months
Screen resolution1620k460kSharper screen (+1160k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 GF2 Fujifilm X-Pro2 
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GF2

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 GF2 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 has got exterior dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and the GF2.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GF2 is 74 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GF2.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will show more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Portrait photography info
Panasonic GF2 Portrait photography info
80
manual focus
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detection focusing
supports RAW files
60
manual focus
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Street photography advice
Panasonic GF2 Street photography advice
67
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
65
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sports photography with Panasonic GF2
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
weather sealing
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (350 per charge)
38
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers tracking focus
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
terrible battery power (300 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Travel photography factors
Panasonic GF2 Travel photography factors
63
weather sealing
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (350 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
52
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
terrible battery power (300 CIPA)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic GF2 as a Landscape photography camera
75
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3")
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
weather sealing
two card slots
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (350 per charge)
55
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3")
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
terrible battery power (300 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Vlogging information
Panasonic GF2 Vlogging information
33
has face detection focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
32
screen is touchscreen
offers face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
lack of microphone port
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GF2
 Fujifilm X-Pro2Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-Pro2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2016-01-15 2011-02-24
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor 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 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 273 23
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Available lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,620k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 92 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 8.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD, Motion JPEG
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 495 gr (1.09 lbs) 310 gr (0.68 lbs)
Physical dimensions 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 54
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 506
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 300 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images))
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Two One
Cost at launch $1,700 $330