Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Launched January 2018
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A3
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 487g - 133 x 78 x 63mm
- Introduced July 2015
- Superseded the Panasonic GX7

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GX8, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was launched 2 years later than the GX8 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores against the GX8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Panasonic GX8
Fujifilm X-A5 | GX8 | |||
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Introduced | January 2018 | ![]() | July 2015 | Fresher by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX8 over the Fujifilm X-A5
GX8 | Fujifilm X-A5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic GX8
Fujifilm X-A5 | GX8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers external measurements 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 GX8 has measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GX8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the GX8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX8 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX8.
All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A5 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-A5 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX8 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-01-31 | 2015-07-16 |
Physical type | 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 area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 361 gr (0.80 pounds) | 487 gr (1.07 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 133 x 78 x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 806 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 shots | 330 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $500 | $898 |