Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF7

Following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was manufactured 20 months after the GF7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores versus the GF7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides external 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 GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 vs the GF7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF7 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF7.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A3 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.