Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GF3

In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was announced 8 years after the GF3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores versus the GF3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A7 provides external dimensions 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 GF3 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GF3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 and the GF3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and GF3 is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A7 and GF3.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A7 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will result in extra detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.