Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX30

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony FX30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and FX30 (26MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the FX30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the FX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony FX30. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers external 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) whilst the Sony FX30 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony FX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 compared to the FX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and FX30 is 87 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and FX30.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony FX30 to deliver more detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.