Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-A5

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-A5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The M50 was launched at a similar time to the Fujifilm X-A5 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M50 scores versus the Fujifilm X-A5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 and Fujifilm X-A5. The complete galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery and Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M50 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A5 has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs).

Check out the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-A5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the M50 versus the Fujifilm X-A5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M50 and Fujifilm X-A5 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M50 and Fujifilm X-A5.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should consider the production date of the products into consideration.