Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Launched September 2021
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Superseded the Panasonic GF1
- Updated by Panasonic GF3
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic GF2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and GF2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X-T30 II was launched 10 years after the GF2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores vs the GF2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Panasonic GF2
Fujifilm X-T30 II | GF2 | |||
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Introduced | September 2021 | February 2011 | Newer by 129 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II
GF2 | Fujifilm X-T30 II |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic GF2
Fujifilm X-T30 II | GF2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 II enjoys exterior measurements 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 GF2 has sizing of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic GF2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus the GF2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GF2 is 82 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GF2.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will give more detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T30 II should have an edge in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T30 II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-09-02 | 2011-02-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 62 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 900 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lb) | 310 grams (0.68 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 300 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $900 | $330 |