Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Announced November 2013
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
- Announced February 2018
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic GX9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-A1 was introduced 5 years earlier than the GX9 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the GX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Panasonic GX9
Fujifilm X-A1 | GX9 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Fujifilm X-A1
GX9 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | November 2013 | Fresher by 51 months | |
Display resolution | 1240k | 920k | Clearer display (+320k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GX9
Fujifilm X-A1 | GX9 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 features exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic GX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 compared to the GX9.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX9 is 87 and 82 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX9.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-11-30 | 2018-02-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 1,240k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) | 407 grams (0.90 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $329 | $1,000 |