Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Below, we are contrasting the Canon R versus Fujifilm X-T1 IR, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the R (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The R was manufactured 3 years later than the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the R scores against the Fujifilm X-T1 IR for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R & Fujifilm X-T1 IR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery & Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R provides physical measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T1 IR has measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).

Examine the Canon R versus Fujifilm X-T1 IR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the R against the Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R and Fujifilm X-T1 IR is 62 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the R and Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon R will offer you more detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent R should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.