Canon 5D MIV vs Fujifilm X-A5

On this page, we are matching up the Canon 5D MIV and Fujifilm X-A5, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The 5D MIV was revealed 17 months earlier than the Fujifilm X-A5 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 5D MIV matches up against the Fujifilm X-A5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Fujifilm X-A5. The full galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 5D MIV features outside measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A5 has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 5D MIV against the Fujifilm X-A5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5D MIV and Fujifilm X-A5 is 55 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 5D MIV and Fujifilm X-A5.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MIV using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Canon 5D MIV will offer extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged 5D MIV is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.