Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF5

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 21 months after the GF5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up versus the GF5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic GF5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the GF5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF5 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF5.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A1 will render extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.