Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3

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      Specifications

      General Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      BrandFujifilmPanasonic
      ModelX-E2SLumix DMC-GH3
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm X-E2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Successor ModelFujifilm X-E3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
      MSRP$699/£549.00 (body only), $999/£749.00 (w/18-55 F2.8-4 lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Sensor TypeCMOS X-TRANS IICMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CMicro Four Thirds
      Sensor Dimensions23.6 x 15.6 mm17.3 x 13 mm
      Total Pixels17 Megapixel17.2 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels16.3 Megapixel16.05 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 6,400200 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 51,200
      Photo Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      ProcessorEXR Processor IIVenus Engine VII FHD
      Max Image Resolution4896 x 32644608 x 3456
      Other Resolutions3:2 (3456 x 2304, 2496 x 1664), 16:9 (4896 x 2760, 2304 x 2304), 1:1 (3264 x 3264, 2304 x 2304, 1664 x 1664)4608x3072, 3264x2448, 2336x1752, 4608x3072, 3264x2176, 2336x1560, 4608x2592, 3264x1840, 1920x1080, 3456x3456, 2448x2448, 1744x1744, 1712x1712
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, NormalFine, Standard
      Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGB
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis
      Focus Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points7723
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points0
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Lens MountFujifilm XMicro Four Thirds
      Crop Factor1.5x2x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Screen TypeFixedFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDOLED with static touch control
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,040k dot614k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      ViewfinderElectronicElectronic
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.93x1.34x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.62x0.67x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot1,744k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint23 mm21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2-4 to +4
      Shutter Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Shutter TypeFocal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec60 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting7.0 fps20.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferApprox. 7.0 fps (JPEG : max. approx. 18 frames)
      Approx. 3.0 fps (JPEG : up to the capacity of the card)
      * Recordable frame number may vary depending on the type of memory card used.
      * The frame rate varies with shooting condition and the number of images recorded.
      Flash Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Rear-curtain
      Commander
      Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Flash Range7.00 m (@ ISO 200)12.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec1/160 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Average
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Metering Range0 to +18 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) ±1 (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockAF/AE LOCK button
      DXO Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      DxO Low Light ISO812
      DxO Color Depth22.7
      DxO Dynamic Range12.4
      DxO Overall Score71
      Video Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Mini Type C
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Wired or via smartphone Optional DMW-RSL1
      Environmental Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80%
      Physical Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Dimensions129 x 75 x 37 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.46")133 x 93 x 82 mm (5.24 x 3.66 x 3.23")
      Weight (inc. batteries)350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)550 g (1.21 lb / 19.40 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.1 x 7 x 4"7.6 x 6.4 x 5.7"
      Package Weight2.35 lb2.85 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Battery PackNP-W126
      Battery Life350 shots540 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Fujifilm X-E2S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec, custom 2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 images
      Orientation Sensor
      Electronic Level Gauge


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