Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1 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
- Introduced November 2013
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Released January 2009
- Successor is Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 4 years later than the G1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores vs the G1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Panasonic G1
Fujifilm X-A1 | G1 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 60 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Fujifilm X-A1
G1 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic G1
Fujifilm X-A1 | G1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 features outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic G1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the G1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and G1 is 87 and 82 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and G1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A1 will deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-11-30 | 2009-01-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 360 grams (0.79 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $0 |