Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GM5

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was released 3 years after the GM5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades versus the GM5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers exterior dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the GM5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GM5 is 86 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GM5.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.