Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced September 2021
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Newer Model is Panasonic G2

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T30 II was introduced 12 years later than the G1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores vs the G1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Panasonic G1
Fujifilm X-T30 II | G1 | |||
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Revealed | September 2021 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 154 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II
G1 | Fujifilm X-T30 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic G1
Fujifilm X-T30 II | G1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II offers outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs the G1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and G1 is 82 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and G1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 II having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will resolve extra detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T30 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-09-02 | 2009-01-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 62 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 900 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 360 gr (0.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $900 | $0 |