Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2 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
- Revealed February 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T20
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T30 II
(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
- Revealed July 2010
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G1
- New Model is Panasonic G3

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T30 was announced 8 years later than the G2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades versus the G2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-T30 | G2 | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 105 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Fujifilm X-T30
G2 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-T30 | G2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 has external measurements 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 G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Panasonic G2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 compared to the G2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and G2 is 82 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 and G2.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-T30 will give you more detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-02-14 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X-Processor 4 | 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 surface area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
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 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 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 PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
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 rating | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 360 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $899 | $1,000 |