Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic GF5

Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-T30 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was brought out 6 years later than the GF5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the GF5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 features outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 and Panasonic GF5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 and the GF5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and GF5 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 and GF5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 will produce extra detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.