Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Introduced September 2019
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Introduced September 2014
- Replaced the Panasonic GM1
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-A7 was brought out 5 years after the GM5 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades against the GM5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Panasonic GM5
Fujifilm X-A7 | GM5 | |||
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Introduced | September 2019 | September 2014 | More modern by 61 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2760k | 921k | Crisper display (+1839k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Fujifilm X-A7
GM5 | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GM5
Fujifilm X-A7 | GM5 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. 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 GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GM5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus the GM5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and GM5 is 86 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A7 and GM5.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A7 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will offer you extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A7 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-09-11 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,760k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 320g (0.71 lbs) | 211g (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 220 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $700 | $966 |