Fujifilm X-A7 vs Fujifilm X-M1

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm X-A7 and Fujifilm X-M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are designed by FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was launched 6 years after the Fujifilm X-M1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores versus the Fujifilm X-M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A7 & Fujifilm X-M1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A7 offers outside dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-M1 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A7 and Fujifilm X-M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 and the Fujifilm X-M1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and Fujifilm X-M1 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Fujifilm X-M1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm X-A7 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.