Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Introduced January 2018
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A3
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Announced February 2015
- Superseded the Panasonic GF6
- Replacement is Panasonic GF8

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was unveiled 3 years after the GF7 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades vs the GF7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF7 | |||
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Announced | January 2018 | ![]() | February 2015 | More modern by 37 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Fujifilm X-A5
GF7 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 has exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs the GF7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF7 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF7.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will render extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-01-31 | 2015-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
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 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 361 grams (0.80 lb) | 266 grams (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 shots | 230 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $500 | $308 |