Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF3
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Announced January 2018
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A3
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Released August 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF2
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF5
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Following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-A5 was revealed 6 years after the GF3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up against the GF3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GF3
| Fujifilm X-A5 | GF3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2018 |  | August 2011 | More modern by 79 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Fujifilm X-A5
| GF3 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF3
| Fujifilm X-A5 | GF3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF3 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A5 comes with exterior 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 GF3 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GF3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the GF3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF3 is 86 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF3.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A5 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF3 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2018-01-31 | 2011-08-11 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| 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 aliasing 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 | 160 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 91 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 6.30 m |
| Flash options | 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 synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 361g (0.80 lb) | 264g (0.58 lb) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 50 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 459 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 450 photographs | 300 photographs |
| Battery type | 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 feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $500 | $360 |