Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced August 2016
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 396g - 120 x 83 x 71mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Replaced the Panasonic G3
- Successor is Panasonic G6

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and G5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and G5 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-A3 was manufactured 4 years later than the G5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades vs the G5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic G5
Fujifilm X-A3 | G5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2016 | ![]() | July 2012 | Fresher by 50 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G5 over the Fujifilm X-A3
G5 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic G5
Fujifilm X-A3 | G5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 features physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the G5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and G5 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and G5.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic G5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-08-25 | 2012-07-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine VII FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 10.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 339 grams (0.75 lbs) | 396 grams (0.87 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 120 x 83 x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 320 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $480 | $699 |