Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was introduced 12 years later than the GF1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores versus the GF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II offers outside dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs the GF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GF1 is 82 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GF1.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 II with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will give you extra detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T30 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.