Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF3

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.

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The 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.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

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).

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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.

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.