Fujifilm X-A2 vs Leica M8

Following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Leica M8, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and M8 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and M8 (APS-H) possess different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was released 7 years after the M8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores vs the M8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 and Leica M8. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Leica M8 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Leica M8 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the M8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and M8 is 86 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and M8.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm X-A2 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.