Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Panasonic GF5

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was announced 9 years later than the GF5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up against the GF5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 II features outside dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus the GF5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GF5 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GF5.

To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 II using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will resolve greater detail with its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an advantage in sensor innovation.