Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Released January 2018
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A5 was released 4 years later than the Fujifilm X-E1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up vs the Fujifilm X-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Fujifilm X-E1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Fujifilm X-E1
Fujifilm X-A5 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2018 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 60 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-E1 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E1
Fujifilm X-A5 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 features outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E1 has proportions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the Fujifilm X-E1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E1 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E1.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-A5 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Fujifilm X-E1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-01-31 | 2013-02-28 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXR Pro |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS I |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 361 gr (0.80 pounds) | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 shots | 350 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $500 | $600 |