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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8

Portability
74
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 front
Portability
74
Imaging
59
Features
84
Overall
69

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
  • Announced January 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-Pro3
Panasonic GX8
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 487g - 133 x 78 x 63mm
  • Introduced July 2015
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic GX7
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus Panasonic GX8, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was launched 7 months later than the GX8 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades vs the GX8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Panasonic GX8

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 GX8 
IntroducedJanuary 2016July 2015More recent by 7 months
Display resolution1620k1040kClearer display (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic GX8 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 GX8 Fujifilm X-Pro2 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GX8

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 GX8 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 has external dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus Panasonic GX8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus the GX8.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GX8 is 74 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GX8.

Plainly, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Portrait photography features
Panasonic GX8 Portrait photography features
80
manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
75
has manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
Street photography with Panasonic GX8
67
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
80
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
provides focus via touch
environment proofing
great high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Sports photography features
Panasonic GX8 Sports photography features
72
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (350 CIPA)
68
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
resolution is good (20MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
not so great battery pack (330 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Travel photography information
Panasonic GX8 Travel photography information
63
environment proofing
resolution is good (24MP)
not so great battery power (350 per charge)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
73
environment proofing
provides focus via touch
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
not so great battery pack (330 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic GX8 Landscape photography highlights
75
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
2 card slots
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (350 CIPA)
76
has manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
resolution is good (20MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
not so great battery pack (330 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-Pro2
Vlogging with Panasonic GX8
33
comes with face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external mic support
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
81
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detect focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic support
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GX8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic GX8
 Fujifilm X-Pro2Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-Pro2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2016-01-15 2015-07-16
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor 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 surface area 368.2mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 20 megapixels
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 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 273 49
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Available lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,620 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 2,360 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 92% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x 0.77x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 8.0fps 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 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) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 495 gr (1.09 lb) 487 gr (1.07 lb)
Physical dimensions 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") 133 x 78 x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 75
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 806
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 330 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Two Single
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