Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX7

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out within a month of the GX7 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades vs the GX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 provides external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the GX7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX7 is 87 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX7.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler.