Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Revealed September 2019
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
- Introduced February 2018

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GX9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A7 was introduced 20 months later than the GX9 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores vs the GX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Panasonic GX9
Fujifilm X-A7 | GX9 | |||
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Introduced | September 2019 | ![]() | February 2018 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2760k | ![]() | 1240k | Sharper display (+1520k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Fujifilm X-A7
GX9 | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GX9
Fujifilm X-A7 | GX9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 has got outer dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 and the GX9.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and GX9 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and GX9.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A7 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A7 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-09-11 | 2018-02-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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, 4:3, 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 | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,760 thousand dot | 1,240 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,760 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | 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 sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 320 gr (0.71 pounds) | 407 gr (0.90 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 260 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $700 | $1,000 |