Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G1

On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 8 years after the G1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up against the G1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic G1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 against the G1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and G1 is 83 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and G1.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T20 will give you greater detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T20 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.