Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic GX85

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced 23 months later than the GX85 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades vs the GX85 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers outside dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Panasonic GX85 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the GX85.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX85 is 86 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and GX85.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-A5 will show greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.