Canon M6 MII vs Fujifilm X-T1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon M6 MII versus Fujifilm X-T1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The M6 MII was released 5 years later than the Fujifilm X-T1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon M6 MII being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M6 MII scores against the Fujifilm X-T1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Fujifilm X-T1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M6 MII Gallery and Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 MII provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T1 has measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).

See the Canon M6 MII versus Fujifilm X-T1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the M6 MII vs the Fujifilm X-T1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M6 MII and Fujifilm X-T1 is 83 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 MII and Fujifilm X-T1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon M6 MII to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 17MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer M6 MII will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.