Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2
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![Canon EOS M50 front Canon EOS M50 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-M50/Canon-M50-front.jpg)
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68 Overall
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Later Model is Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A3
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The M50 was announced 3 years after the Fujifilm X-A2 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M50 grades against the Fujifilm X-A2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 and Fujifilm X-A2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M50 Gallery and Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Fujifilm X-A2
M50 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2015 | More modern by 38 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+120k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Canon M50
Fujifilm X-A2 | M50 |
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Common features in the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-A2
M50 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon M50 has got external dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A2 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Analyze the Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the M50 vs the Fujifilm X-A2.
![Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 size comparison Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M50-vs-Fujifilm-X-A2-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and Fujifilm X-A2 is 79 and 86 respectively.
![Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 top view buttons comparison Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M50-vs-Fujifilm-X-A2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 and Fujifilm X-A2.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon M50 to resolve extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer M50 should have an edge in sensor tech.
![Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 sensor size comparison Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M50-vs-Fujifilm-X-A2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M50-vs-Fujifilm-X-A2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A2 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-A2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-02-26 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 8 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 23 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.6 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390 gr (0.86 lb) | 350 gr (0.77 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 photos | 410 photos |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $779 | $370 |