Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Launched December 2013
- Successor is Panasonic GM5

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-A2 was launched 14 months after the GM1 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades vs the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Panasonic GM1
Fujifilm X-A2 | GM1 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | December 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Fujifilm X-A2
GM1 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 1036k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+116k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Panasonic GM1
Fujifilm X-A2 | GM1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 has got exterior dimensions 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 GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Panasonic GM1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the GM1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and GM1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and GM1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier. The younger Fujifilm X-A2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2013-12-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.6 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/50s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lbs) | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 230 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $370 | $750 |