Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2018
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Released February 2016
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-A5 was brought out 24 months later than the GF8 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up versus the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GF8
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF8 | |||
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Released | January 2018 | February 2016 | More recent by 24 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF8 over the Fujifilm X-A5
GF8 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GF8
Fujifilm X-A5 | GF8 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Equal display resolution | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 has outside 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 GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the GF8.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF8 is 86 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GF8.
To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will resolve more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A5 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GF8 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-01-31 | 2016-02-15 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 5.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 5.60 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 361 gr (0.80 lbs) | 266 gr (0.59 lbs) |
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 All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | 230 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $500 | $549 |