Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Launched January 2018
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A3
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Previous Model is Panasonic G1
- Newer Model is Panasonic G3

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was revealed 7 years after the G2 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up versus the G2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-A5 | G2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2018 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 92 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Fujifilm X-A5
G2 | Fujifilm X-A5 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic G2
Fujifilm X-A5 | G2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 features outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the G2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and G2 is 86 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and G2.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-01-31 | 2010-07-12 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 361 gr (0.80 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 shots | 360 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $500 | $1,000 |