Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic G2

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic G2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and G2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was revealed 9 years after the G2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades against the G2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 has external measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the G2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and G2 is 86 and 72 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A7 and G2.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.