Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GF5

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 2 years after the GF5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up vs the GF5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Panasonic GF5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 compared to the GF5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and GF5 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and GF5.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A2 will provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A2 should have a benefit in sensor technology.