Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic F5

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A2 and Panasonic F5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the F5 (14MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and F5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was launched 2 years later than the F5 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores versus the F5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 has external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic F5 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-A2 and Panasonic F5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the F5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A2 and F5 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A2 and F5.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A2 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.