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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
Portability
74
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(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
Fujifilm X-Pro2
(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
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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).

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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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 Fujifilm X-A1 Fujifilm X-Pro2 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Fujifilm X-A1

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 Fujifilm X-A1 
RevealedJanuary 2016November 2013Fresher by 25 months
Display resolution1620k920kSharper display (+700k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2

 Fujifilm X-A1 Fujifilm X-Pro2 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display size3"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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

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

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-Pro2 as a Portrait photography camera
74
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW files
80
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Street photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Street photography features
76
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
67
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
54
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Travel photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Travel photography features
66
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
63
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
bad battery pack (350 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
69
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
resolution is good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse function
75
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
weather proof
has dual storage slots
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Vlogging factors
31
supports face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing external mic support
33
offers face detect autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone jack
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-Pro2
 Fujifilm X-A1Fujifilm X-Pro2
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