Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic G3

Here is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic G3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was revealed 4 years later than the G3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has got physical measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the G3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and G3 is 79 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and G3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR offers the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The fresher Fujifilm X-T1 IR will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.