Fujifilm X-T30 vs Panasonic GF8

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was announced 3 years after the GF8 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up against the GF8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs the GF8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and GF8 is 82 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 and GF8.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 will deliver more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.