Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GF1

The following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was unveiled 10 years after the GF1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades against the GF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 has physical measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Panasonic GF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 against the GF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and GF1 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and GF1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A7 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.