Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Key Specs
(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
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-Pro1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-Pro3

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A1 was unveiled 3 years before the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-Pro2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2
Fujifilm X-A1 | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Fujifilm X-A1
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+700k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2
Fujifilm X-A1 | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 features external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-Pro2 has measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 compared to the Fujifilm X-Pro2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 is 87 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-Pro2 to render greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-11-30 | 2016-01-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | EXR Processor III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS III |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 273 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Total lenses | 54 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 92% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) |
Storage slots | One | Two |
Launch price | $329 | $1,700 |