Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX1
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX1 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
- Launched November 2013
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Released February 2012
- Newer Model is Panasonic GX7
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In this article, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-A1 was released 22 months after the GX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the GX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Panasonic GX1
| Fujifilm X-A1 | GX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2013 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 22 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Fujifilm X-A1
| GX1 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GX1
| Fujifilm X-A1 | GX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 features outside 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 GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the GX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX1 is 87 and 87 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX1.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The younger Fujifilm X-A1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2012-02-14 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine FHD |
| 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 | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 7.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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. | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 330 gr (0.73 lbs) | 318 gr (0.70 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 55 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 703 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 pictures | 300 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $329 | $228 |
