Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1
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Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 375g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Revealed February 2023
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Announced November 2013
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A2

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon R50 and Fujifilm X-A1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the R50 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The R50 was brought out 9 years after the Fujifilm X-A1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon R50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the R50 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-A1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R50 & Fujifilm X-A1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R50 Gallery & Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R50 over the Fujifilm X-A1
R50 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Announced | February 2023 | ![]() | November 2013 | Newer by 112 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Canon R50
Fujifilm X-A1 | R50 |
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Common features in the Canon R50 and Fujifilm X-A1
R50 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon R50 has external measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A1 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Examine the Canon R50 and Fujifilm X-A1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the R50 and the Fujifilm X-A1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R50 and Fujifilm X-A1 is 75 and 87 respectively.

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R50 and Fujifilm X-A1.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon R50 to resolve greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern R50 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Specifications
Canon EOS R50 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS R50 | Fujifilm X-A1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2023-02-08 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 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 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 32000 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 651 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 37 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6m at ISO 100 | 7.00 m (ISO200m) |
Flash modes | - | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 375g (0.83 pounds) | 330g (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 370 pictures | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Single UHS-II SD card slot | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $679 | $329 |