Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2018
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A3
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 125 x 86 x 77mm
- Released May 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic G6

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic G7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and G7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and G7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was released 2 years later than the G7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores versus the G7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic G7
Fujifilm X-A5 | G7 | |||
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Released | January 2018 | ![]() | May 2015 | More recent by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G7 over the Fujifilm X-A5
G7 | Fujifilm X-A5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic G7
Fujifilm X-A5 | G7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 features outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic G7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the G7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and G7 is 86 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and G7.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic G7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-01-31 | 2015-05-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
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 | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 9.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 (30, 25, 24, 20fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 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 | 361g (0.80 lb) | 410g (0.90 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 125 x 86 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 pictures | 350 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $500 | $800 |