Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Released July 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic G2
- Newer Model is Panasonic G5
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X-T20 was unveiled 5 years after the G3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades vs the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-T20 | G3 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | July 2011 | Newer by 68 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Fujifilm X-T20
G3 | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-T20 | G3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T20 comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Panasonic G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the G3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and G3 is 83 and 83 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and G3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T20 will resolve greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T20 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2011-07-11 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | Venus Engine 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 336g (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 270 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $900 | $500 |