Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic L1

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic L1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and L1 (7MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and L1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was revealed 10 years later than the L1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades against the L1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers 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) while the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Panasonic L1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the L1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and L1 is 86 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and L1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will result in greater detail because of its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A5 will have an edge in sensor innovation.