Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
- Released September 2018
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T2
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T4
(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
- Revealed July 2011
- Superseded the Panasonic G2
- Newer Model is Panasonic G5

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and G3 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T3 was launched 7 years after the G3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T3 matches up versus the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T3 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-T3 | G3 | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 88 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Fujifilm X-T3
G3 | Fujifilm X-T3 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Panasonic G3
Fujifilm X-T3 | G3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T3 has got external dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 vs the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and G3 is 71 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T3 and G3.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T3 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T3 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T3 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-09-06 | 2011-07-11 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X-Processor 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 539 gr (1.19 lbs) | 336 gr (0.74 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 390 shots | 270 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Price at launch | $1,500 | $500 |