Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic 3D1

Below is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and 3D1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was introduced 11 months later than the 3D1 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades against the 3D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 features outer dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XF1 versus Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 vs the 3D1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and 3D1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and 3D1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The more modern Fujifilm XF1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.