Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GM5

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.