Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push 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
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Renewed by Panasonic GX7

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-T20 was unveiled 5 years after the GX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up against the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-T20 | GX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 60 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Fujifilm X-T20
GX1 | Fujifilm X-T20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-T20 | GX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 against the GX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and GX1 is 83 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and GX1.
All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T20 will deliver greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2012-02-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 7.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 318g (0.70 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 300 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $900 | $228 |