Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7 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)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Released February 2015
- Old Model is Panasonic GF6
- Newer Model is Panasonic GF8
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 14 months earlier than the GF7 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up against the GF7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Panasonic GF7
| Fujifilm X-A1 | GF7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Fujifilm X-A1
| GF7 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2015 |  | November 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GF7
| Fujifilm X-A1 | GF7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the GF7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF7 is 87 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GF7.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 has the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-11-30 | 2015-02-01 |
| Physical type | 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 dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW support | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 5.8 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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. | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 266g (0.59 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photos | 230 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $329 | $308 |