Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and FZ1000 II (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced 12 months prior to the FZ1000 II so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up against the FZ1000 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 has got outside dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 II has specifications of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the FZ1000 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and FZ1000 II is 86 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and FZ1000 II.

All in all, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.