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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1

Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74
Fujifilm X-A5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
53
Features
60
Overall
55

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
  • Introduced January 2018
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-A3
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-A7
Panasonic GM1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
  • Launched December 2013
  • Refreshed by Panasonic GM5
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was launched 4 years after the GM1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores vs the GM1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GM1

 Fujifilm X-A5 GM1 
LaunchedJanuary 2018December 2013More modern by 51 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1040k1036kSharper screen (+4k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Fujifilm X-A5

 GM1 Fujifilm X-A5 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GM1

 Fujifilm X-A5 GM1 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 enjoys outside 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) and the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GM1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the GM1.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GM1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GM1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A5 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A5 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic GM1 as a Portrait photography camera
80
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
65
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides face detect focusing
saves RAW files
no external flash support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Street photography factors
Panasonic GM1 Street photography factors
80
tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
has focus by touch
no image stabilization
77
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
comes with touch to focus
lighter than others (204g)
above average ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Sports photography info
Panasonic GM1 Sports photography info
71
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features tracking focus
good battery life (450 CIPA)
has phase detect autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
no image stabilization
48
quiet mode (1/16,000s)
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/500s)
max fps very slow (5.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (230 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-A5
Travel photography with Panasonic GM1
88
good battery life (450 per charge)
supports bluetooth
has focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
74
lighter than others (204 grams)
comes with touch to focus
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
not so great battery (230 CIPA)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic GM1 Landscape photography advice
79
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (450 per charge)
no image stabilization
69
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3")
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
above average ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (230 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Vlogging features
Panasonic GM1 Vlogging features
81
selfie friendly display
touchscreen capability
features face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has mic support
no image stabilization
35
touchscreen enabled
provides face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (204g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic socket
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GM1
 Fujifilm X-A5Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-A5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-01-31 2013-12-19
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
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 24 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 4592 x 3448
Highest native ISO 12800 25600
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW photos
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 91 23
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 1,036 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/500s
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shooting rate 6.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.70 m (at ISO 200) 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180s 1/50s
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 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 361 gr (0.80 pounds) 204 gr (0.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 66
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.3
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.7
DXO Low light score not tested 660
Other
Battery life 450 photos 230 photos
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
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $500 $750