Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic GX8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was introduced 14 months later than the GX8 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades versus the GX8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 offers external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 against the GX8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GX8 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GX8.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A3 should have an advantage in sensor tech.