Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed August 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 426g - 122 x 71 x 44mm
- Announced April 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-A3 was released 5 months later than the GX85 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the GX85 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Panasonic GX85
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX85 over the Fujifilm X-A3
GX85 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GX85
Fujifilm X-A3 | GX85 | |||
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Announced | August 2016 | ![]() | April 2016 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides 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) and the Panasonic GX85 has measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A3 and Panasonic GX85 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 against the GX85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and GX85 is 86 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and GX85.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Panasonic GX85 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-08-25 | 2016-04-05 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,764 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 339 grams (0.75 lbs) | 426 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 122 x 71 x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 662 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $480 | $800 |