Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GF8

Below is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was brought out 13 months prior to the GF8 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores against the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 offers outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Panasonic GF8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 and the GF8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and GF8 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A2 and GF8.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm X-A2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.