Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony A7

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Sony A7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was launched 12 months after the A7 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores versus the A7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Sony A7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the A7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and A7 is 86 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and A7.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.