Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-T10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T30
(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
- Updated by Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-T20 was released 6 years later than the G2 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades vs the G2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-T20 | G2 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | July 2010 | More recent by 80 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Fujifilm X-T20
G2 | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-T20 | G2 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T20 has got outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the G2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and G2 is 83 and 72 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and G2.
All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T20 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 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 area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
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) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lb) | 428 grams (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 360 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $900 | $1,000 |