Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Sony A6500

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony A6500, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and A6500 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the A6500 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades vs the A6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Sony A6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 provides physical measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Sony A6500 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Sony A6500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 compared to the A6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and A6500 is 80 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and A6500.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony A6500 to give more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.