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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2

Portability
76
Imaging
66
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 front
Portability
72
Imaging
47
Features
60
Overall
52

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Revealed July 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-T3
Panasonic G2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Replaced the Panasonic G1
  • Renewed by Panasonic G3
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic G2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was unveiled 6 years later than the G2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores versus the G2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic G2

 Fujifilm X-T2 G2 
LaunchedJuly 2016July 2010More recent by 73 months
Display size3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1040k460kCrisper display (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Fujifilm X-T2

 G2 Fujifilm X-T2 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic G2

 Fujifilm X-T2 G2 
Focus manually Very precise focus

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 enjoys outer measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic G2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the G2.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and G2 is 76 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and G2.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T2 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will offer you extra detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T2 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic G2 as a Portrait photography camera
79
manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detect focus
exports RAW formats
60
manual focus
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
low megapixels (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography information
Panasonic G2 Street photography information
75
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment sealing
no image stabilization
65
screen articulates fully
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
comes with touch focus
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average in class (428 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic G2 as a Sports photography camera
71
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (340 CIPA)
40
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
has tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Travel photography with Panasonic G2
63
environment sealing
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
not so great battery power (340 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
58
comes with touch focus
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (428 grams)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic G2 as a Landscape photography camera
74
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (340 CIPA)
57
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
no Time Lapse function
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic G2 Vlogging highlights
33
supports face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic port
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
61
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has face detect autofocus
does have mic support
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
heavier than average in class (428 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic G2
 Fujifilm X-T2Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-T2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-07-07 2010-07-12
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor X-Processor Pro2 Venus Engine HD II
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 24MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 325 -
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 size 3.2" 3"
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.55x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 14.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 11.00 m
Flash modes Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 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 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 507 grams (1.12 lb) 428 grams (0.94 lb)
Physical dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 53
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 493
Other
Battery life 340 photos 360 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Dual Single
Price at release $1,600 $1,000