Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 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
- Released January 2018
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2012
- New Model is Panasonic GX7

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was revealed 6 years after the GX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up versus the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-A5 | GX1 | |||
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Launched | January 2018 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 73 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Fujifilm X-A5
GX1 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX1
Fujifilm X-A5 | GX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 features external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the GX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX1 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-A5 will provide more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-01-31 | 2012-02-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 7.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
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 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 361 gr (0.80 pounds) | 318 gr (0.70 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 images | 300 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $500 | $228 |