Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic GF5

On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus Panasonic GF5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was announced 3 years after the GF5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades against the GF5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 comes with exterior measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus Panasonic GF5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs the GF5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GF5 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and GF5.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will provide more detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro2 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.