Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon R8 and Fujifilm X-Pro1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the R8 (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The R8 was released 10 years after the Fujifilm X-Pro1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the R8 grades versus the Fujifilm X-Pro1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R8 and Fujifilm X-Pro1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R8 Gallery and Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon R8 comes with external measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-Pro1 has sizing of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Check out the Canon R8 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the R8 and the Fujifilm X-Pro1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R8 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 is 71 and 80 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and Fujifilm X-Pro1.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R8 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon R8 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer R8 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.