Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-7

Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony NEX-7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was brought out 3 years after the NEX-7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores vs the NEX-7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A2 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-7 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony NEX-7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the NEX-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and NEX-7 is 86 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and NEX-7.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony NEX-7 to render extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.