Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony A6500

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Sony A6500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and A6500 (24MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A6500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores versus the A6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony A6500 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Sony A6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus the A6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and A6500 is 87 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and A6500.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony A6500 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-M1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.