Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GF8

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed 7 months later than the GF8 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades vs the GF8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 has physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 vs the GF8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF8 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GF8.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give you extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A3 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.