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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9

Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74
Fujifilm X-A5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 front
Portability
82
Imaging
60
Features
80
Overall
68

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
  • Revealed January 2018
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A3
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A7
Panasonic GX9
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 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
  • 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
  • Introduced February 2018
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced within a month of the GX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores against the GX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GX9

 Fujifilm X-A5 GX9 
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Fujifilm X-A5

 GX9 Fujifilm X-A5 
Display resolution1240k1040kSharper display (+200k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX9

 Fujifilm X-A5 GX9 
IntroducedJanuary 2018February 2018Similar generation
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurement
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 comes with external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has specifications of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the GX9.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX9 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX9.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A5 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will offer greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Portrait photography features
Panasonic GX9 Portrait photography features
80
focusing manually
good resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
76
focusing manually
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers face detection focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Street photography features
Panasonic GX9 Street photography features
80
tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
comes with focus by touch
lack of image stabilization
84
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
includes focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Sports photography information
Panasonic GX9 Sports photography information
71
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
good resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
better than average battery power (450 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
slow fps (6.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
72
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers tracking autofocus
has phase detect auto focus
low battery (260 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Travel photography features
Panasonic GX9 Travel photography features
88
better than average battery power (450 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
comes with focus by touch
good resolution (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
71
has bluetooth
includes focus via touch
decent MP (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
low battery (260 shots)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Landscape photography features
Panasonic GX9 Landscape photography features
79
focusing manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (450 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
77
focusing manually
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
doesnt have low pass filter
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
low battery (260 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Vlogging factors
Panasonic GX9 Vlogging factors
81
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
provides face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external mic socket
lack of image stabilization
35
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no external microphone support
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX9 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX9
 Fujifilm X-A5Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-A5 Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2018-01-31 2018-02-13
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW format
Min boosted ISO 100 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 91 49
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 1,240k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,760k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shooting rate 6.0 frames per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.70 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
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) -
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 361 grams (0.80 lb) 407 grams (0.90 lb)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 450 photographs 260 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported)
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $500 $1,000