X-A7vs Lumix G9 IIvs Ricoh GR IIIx
Lumix
Lumix G9 II (2023)
From £1499
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
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Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
Street Portraits & Reportage — Ricoh GR IIIx (2021): APS-C in a shirt pocket with a 40mm perspective — the GR IIIx is the ideal street portrait compact for photographers who want a slightly tighter frame.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- You want the best Micro Four Thirds camera for both stills and video
- You shoot wildlife, sports, or documentary and value the compact, lightweight MFT system
- You're invested in the MFT lens ecosystem and want the top-tier body to go with it
Ricoh GR IIIx (2021)
- You want the GR experience with a slightly tighter, more versatile field of view
- You shoot portraits, food, or street scenes where 40mm suits better than 28mm wide
- You want a premium compact that fits in a shirt pocket with better tonal rendering than a phone
Quick take: The lumix g9 ii has the highest resolution at 25mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Ricoh GR IIIx (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £1,499 | £999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 25.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid contrast/phase-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 4-stop IBIS (Shake Reduction) |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 4fps |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | 680 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 658g body only | 262g |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 111.2 × 61.4 × 33.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed 40mm-equiv f/2.8 lens |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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