Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic G100

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the G100 (20MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and G100 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was unveiled 6 years before the G100 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores against the G100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 has got external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic G100 has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic G100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the G100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and G100 is 86 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A2 and G100.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G100 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.