Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 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
- Released January 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Launched October 2009
- Successor is Panasonic GF2

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 7 years after the GF1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades against the GF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic GF1
Fujifilm X-T20 | GF1 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | ![]() | October 2009 | Newer by 89 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Fujifilm X-T20
GF1 | Fujifilm X-T20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic GF1
Fujifilm X-T20 | GF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the GF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and GF1 is 83 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and GF1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T20 will resolve greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T20 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-01-18 | 2009-10-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | Venus Engine HD |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
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/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
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 gr (0.84 lb) | 385 gr (0.85 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 380 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $900 | $400 |