Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Released July 2016
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 550g - 133 x 93 x 82mm
- Revealed September 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic GH2
- Renewed by Panasonic GH4
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic GH3, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and GH3 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-T2 was introduced 3 years later than the GH3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up versus the GH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Panasonic GH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic GH3
Fujifilm X-T2 | GH3 | |||
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Revealed | July 2016 | September 2012 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 614k | Sharper screen (+426k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH3 over the Fujifilm X-T2
GH3 | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic GH3
Fujifilm X-T2 | GH3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T2 features 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) and the Panasonic GH3 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic GH3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 vs the GH3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and GH3 is 76 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T2 and GH3.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T2 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T2 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic GH3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-07-07 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | Venus Engine VII 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 area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | OLED Monitor with static touch control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 1,744 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.67x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 24 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 507g (1.12 lb) | 550g (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 133 x 93 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 812 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 540 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Cost at release | $1,600 | $799 |