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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic G2

Portability
82
Imaging
73
Features
88
Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 front
Portability
72
Imaging
48
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  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-T30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
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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.

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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.

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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
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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)
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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)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic G2 as a Sports photography camera
80
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
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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)
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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
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T30 II
Vlogging with Panasonic G2
37
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)
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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