Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-A1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M6 was introduced 3 years after the Fujifilm X-A1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the M6 scores vs the Fujifilm X-A1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M6 & Fujifilm X-A1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M6 Gallery & Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon M6 offers exterior measurements of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-A1 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M6 and the Fujifilm X-A1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M6 and Fujifilm X-A1 is 84 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M6 and Fujifilm X-A1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon M6 to give more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer M6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.