Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF6

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 8 months later than the GF6 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up against the GF6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys physical dimensions 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 GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the GF6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF6 is 87 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF6.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer Fujifilm X-A1 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.