Clicky

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2

Portability
82 Imaging
72 Features
88 Overall
78
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 front
Portability
72 Imaging
47 Features
60 Overall
52

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Announced September 2021
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-T30
Panasonic G2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Old Model is Panasonic G1
  • Newer Model is Panasonic G3
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The Fujifilm X-T30 II was launched 11 years after the G2 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores vs the G2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video 
	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Panasonic G2

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T30 II G2 
ReleasedSeptember 2021July 2010More modern by 136 months
Screen resolution1040k460kCrisper screen (+580k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

		

		

			
 G2 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen  Take selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic G2

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T30 II G2 
Focus manually  Dial accurate focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Touch screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 II has outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Panasonic G2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs the G2.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 size comparison
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and G2 is 82 and 72 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and G2.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 II because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will give you more detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
	
			Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
			Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone	

	
	
	
	

	

		
Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-T30 II Portrait photography factors
Panasonic G2 Portrait photography factors
83
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count great (26 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 supports face detect autofocus
 delivers RAW formats
60
 has manual focus
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 includes face detection autofocus
 supports RAW files
 low MP (12MP)
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month
Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-T30 II Street photography factors
Panasonic G2 Street photography factors
79
 screen tilts
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 delivers RAW formats
 features focus via touch
 no image stabilization
65
 fully articulated screen
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW files
 features touch to focus
 lack of image stabilization
 heavier than average (428 grams)
Photography Glossary
Sports Comparison
 Fujifilm X-T30 II as a Sports photography camera
 Panasonic G2 as a Sports photography camera
79
 silent shooting (1/32,000s)
 fast continuous shooting (30.0 frames/s)
 megapixel count great (26MP)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 supports tracking focus
 better than average battery life (380 CIPA)
 supports phase detect autofocus
 no image stabilization
40
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 includes tracking autofocus
 max frames per second very slow (3.0 frames/s)
 lack of image stabilization
 low MP (12MP)
 lacks phase detect autofocus
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban
Travel Comparison
Fujifilm X-T30 II Travel photography information
Panasonic G2 Travel photography information
80
 better than average battery life (380 shots)
 connects via bluetooth
 features focus via touch
 megapixel count great (26 megapixels)
 has built in flash
 screen is not selfie friendly
58
 features touch to focus
 built-in flash
 selfie friendly display
 missing Time Lapse mode
 heavier than average (428 grams)
 low MP (12MP)
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images
Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T30 II
Landscape photography with Panasonic G2
81
 you can focus manually
 swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 decent sized screen (3 inches)
 megapixel count great (26 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 doesnt have low pass filter
 delivers RAW formats
 better than average battery life (380 CIPA)
 no image stabilization
57
 has manual focus
 switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 good sized screen (3 inches)
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW files
 lack of image stabilization
 low MP (12MP)
 missing Time Lapse mode
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms
Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T30 II
Vlogging with Panasonic G2
36
 touch screen
 supports face detect autofocus
 video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
 comes with microphone socket
 screen is not selfie friendly
 no image stabilization
61
 selfie friendly display
 touchscreen capability
 includes face detection autofocus
 comes with external mic socket
 lack of image stabilization
 low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
 heavier than average (428 grams)
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards
	

		

			
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic G2
 Fujifilm X-T30 IIPanasonic Lumix DMC-G2
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-T30 II Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2021-09-02 2010-07-12
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine HD II
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 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW images    
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Number of focus points 425 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 62 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch operation    
Display technology - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.55x
Features
Min shutter speed 900s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 30.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) 11.00 m
Flash modes Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Max flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG
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
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 383 gr (0.84 pounds) 428 gr (0.94 pounds)
Physical dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 53
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.3
DXO Low light score not tested 493
Other
Battery life 380 images 360 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $900 $1,000