Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5
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68 Features
84 Overall
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![Fujifilm X-A5 front Fujifilm X-A5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-A5/Fujifilm-X-A5-front.jpg)
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89 Imaging
48 Features
54 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Launched January 2018
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A3
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF3
- New Model is Panasonic GF6
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm X-A5 was announced 5 years after the GF5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades versus the GF5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GF5
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2018 | ![]() | April 2012 | Newer by 71 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Fujifilm X-A5
GF5 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF5
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 features physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the GF5.
![Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 size comparison Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF5 is 86 and 89 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF5.
As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will render extra detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-A5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-01-31 | 2012-04-05 |
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 dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | 361g (0.80 pounds) | 267g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 shots | 360 shots |
Style of battery | 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 type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $500 | $600 |