Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 497g - 141 x 83 x 46mm
- Introduced October 2019
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 487g - 133 x 78 x 63mm
- Introduced July 2015
- Earlier Model is Panasonic GX7
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Panasonic GX8, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-Pro3 was introduced 4 years later than the GX8 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up vs the GX8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro3 over the Panasonic GX8
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | GX8 | |||
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Introduced | October 2019 | July 2015 | More recent by 52 months | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX8 over the Fujifilm X-Pro3
GX8 | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Panasonic GX8
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | GX8 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 offers physical dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX8 has specifications of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") having a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Panasonic GX8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus the GX8.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and GX8 is 78 and 74 respectively.
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and GX8.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Panasonic GX8 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-10-23 | 2015-07-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X-Processor 4 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 497 grams (1.10 pounds) | 487 grams (1.07 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 83 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") | 133 x 78 x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 806 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Dual | One |
Cost at release | $2,000 | $898 |