Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica M-E Typ 220

Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Leica M-E Typ 220, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was released 15 months later than the M-E Typ 220 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the M-E Typ 220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica M-E Typ 220. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 has exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Leica M-E Typ 220 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Leica M-E Typ 220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the M-E Typ 220.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and M-E Typ 220 is 87 and 79 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and M-E Typ 220.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.