Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic G5

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and G5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and G5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was manufactured 7 years later than the G5 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores versus the G5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A7 offers outside dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 compared to the G5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and G5 is 86 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A7 and G5.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A7 will resolve more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A7 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.