Fujifilm X-A1 vs Panasonic GX85

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured 3 years prior to the GX85 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades against the GX85 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX85 has sizing of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Panasonic GX85 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the GX85.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX85 is 87 and 83 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GX85.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The older Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.