The Fujifilm X-A5 is the most entry-level mirrorless camera from Fujifilm, falling below all X-E and X-T family members, both in terms of price and performance. Just looking at images from the X-A5 though, one would be surprised these come from such a low-cost digital camera.

Extremely low image noise until ISO 1600; Good dynamic-range; Nicely saturated colors; Sharp LCD with good viewing angle; Minimal shutter-lag; Generally responsive; High number of external controls; Good battery-life

Tendency to over-expose; Strong noise-reduction; Slow autofocus; Less than 100% LCD coverage; Poor Auto WB; Not Exposure-Priority; Below average shot-to-shot speeds; 2s Video capture delay

With this camera's clunky, somewhat-dated menu system, slightly bulky camera-body design (at least with the kit lens), lackluster video features and inconsistent autofocus, it's hard to recommend the X-A5, even though it costs a bit less than most mirrorless models.

Takes good photos; Relatively inexpensive; Includes a built-in flash and hot shoe; 3x optical power zoom; Easy-to-use mobile app

Controls and settings should be better organized; Touch-screen LCD doesn't swing out to side; No electronic viewfinder; Shoots 4K video at just 15 fps; Sluggish autofocus in low light; Bulkier than others (with kit lens

The Fujifilm X-A5 gives entry-level buyers access to the excellent X-mount lens system and brings very strong image quality to the table thanks to its 24MP image sensor and Fuji's processing engine.

Strong image quality; Bundled with compact power zoom lens; Built-in flash and hot shoe; Dual control dials; Flip-up touch LCD; Microphone input; Wi-Fi

Inconsistent focus speed; 4K video limited to 15fps; No 30fps option for 1080p video; No EVF

The Fujifilm X-A5 succeeds the Fujifilm X-A3 that was released towards the end of 2016 as the entry point to Fujifilm's X-series mirrorless range. It's primarily designed to appeal to vloggers and casual photographers looking to take their first step up from the camera that's on their smartphone.

Great image quality; Generously featured for the price; Stylish and easy to use; Good variety of film simulation modes

No electronic viewfinder; 4K video quality is underwhelming; Kit zoom is fiddly and feels plasticky; Some settings/features are buried within the menu

The new Fujifilm X-A5 replaces the 18-month-old Fujifilm X-A3, which used to be Fuji's entry-level X-Series camera until the X-A10 was launched. For consistency, we'll maintain the X-A5 as an entry-level camera. So what is new 18-months on Not as much as we would hope.

The Fujifilm X-A5 sports an APS-C CMOS sensor, offers a touchscreen and manages to take some very good looking photos

Good high ISO performance; Light and easy to use; Good battery life

Kit lens focusses slowly; Burst mode not very fast; AF tracking unreliable

This camera produces the best color images I've seen! The price was great and I love the retro look! I highly recommend it!

The Fujifilm X-A5 isn't really designed for experienced photographers, but rather for Instagramers, lifestyle photographers and ‘life-loggers' who want a step up in quality and features from a smartphone – and the X-A5 certainly delivers on that front.

Great selfie mode with Eye AF; Excellent image quality; Sharp; clear shots even in poor light; Fujifilm's Film Simulation modes; Effective dynamic range expansion

4K video at 15fps – what's the point; Adequate but unexceptional autofocus; No viewfinder; Can be tricky to hold for one-handed selfies; Sluggish zoom control on 15-45mm kit lens

Have had this camera a few weeks now, and I am really enjoying using it. I've always been interested in photography, but am no way an expert, but have found the X-A5 to be a solid entry point to develop my skills.

I spent a ridiculous amount of time on the DPR studio scene comparison tool and happened to notice that the X-A5, for some reason, seemed to have an unusually sharp image along with very low noise at around 1600 or so.