Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5
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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 331g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced December 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 396g - 120 x 83 x 71mm
- Released July 2012
- Previous Model is Panasonic G3
- Refreshed by Panasonic G6

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-A10 and Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A10 (16MP) and the G5 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-A10 (APS-C) and G5 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-A10 was announced 4 years after the G5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A10 matches up versus the G5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A10 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A10 over the Panasonic G5
Fujifilm X-A10 | G5 | |||
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Released | December 2016 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 54 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G5 over the Fujifilm X-A10
G5 | Fujifilm X-A10 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A10 and Panasonic G5
Fujifilm X-A10 | G5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A10 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G5 has specifications of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A10 and Panasonic G5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A10 compared to the G5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A10 and G5 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A10 and G5.
Plainly, both cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A10 features the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The newer Fujifilm X-A10 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-A10 vs Panasonic G5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-12-01 | 2012-07-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine VII FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p. 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p,24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | None1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) | 396 grams (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 120 x 83 x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 320 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, smile, buddy, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $499 | $699 |