Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs
(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
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
- Superseded the Panasonic GF1
- Updated by Panasonic GF3
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GF2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GF2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-A5 was launched 7 years later than the GF2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores versus the GF2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GF2
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF2 | |||
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Launched | January 2018 | February 2011 | Fresher by 85 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Fujifilm X-A5
GF2 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF2
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers external measurements 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 GF2 has sizing of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GF2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs the GF2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF2 is 86 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF2.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A5 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A5 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-01-31 | 2011-02-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 361g (0.80 lbs) | 310g (0.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $500 | $330 |