• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400

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Differences

Fujifilm X-A1 advantages over Fujifilm X-T1 IR

  • Less expensive
    $600 vs $1700 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Lighter weight
    330g vs 440g
    Lighter weight

Fujifilm X-T1 IR advantages over Fujifilm X-A1

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.0 fps vs 5.6 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony NEX-3N

Fujifilm X-A1
Sony NEX-3N
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Higher-res screen
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Sony NEX-3N
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony NEX-3N

Compared to Samsung NX1100

Fujifilm X-A1
Samsung NX1100
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Shoots 24p video
  • More pixels

Compare Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX1100

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Samsung NX1100
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX1100

Compared to Sony NEX-5T

Fujifilm X-A1
Sony NEX-5T
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-5T

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Sony NEX-5T
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • External Mic Jack
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony NEX-5T

Compared to Fujifilm X-Pro2

Fujifilm X-A1
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Fujifilm X-A1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Compared to Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-A1
Sony A6500
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Sony A6500
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More viewfinder magnification
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A6500

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