Fujifilm X-T200 vs Panasonic GF5

In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-T200 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T200 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T200 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T200 was unveiled 7 years after the GF5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T200 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-T200 scores against the GF5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T200 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T200 has outer measurements of 121mm x 84mm x 55mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T200 compared to the GF5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T200 and GF5 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T200 and GF5.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T200 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T200 will result in greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T200 provides an edge in sensor tech.