Fujifilm X-A7 vs Panasonic GX850

Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and GX850 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was revealed 2 years later than the GX850 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades against the GX850 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 has physical dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A7 and Panasonic GX850 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 compared to the GX850.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and GX850 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and GX850.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.