Canon EOS 50D vs Fujifilm X-A10
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 50D and Fujifilm X-A10. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 50D is manufacturered by Canon but Fujifilm X-A10 is from Fujifilm. Both Canon and Fujifilm are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 50D were released 2008 and Fujifilm X-A10 was released 2016. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 50D | 2008 |
Fujifilm X-A10 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 50D is a DSLR camera while Fujifilm X-A10 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 50D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-A10 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 50D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Fujifilm X-A10 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Canon EOS 50D has a 15,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-A10 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 50D |
15,1 MP
15054336 pixels 4752 x 3168 |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Fujifilm X-A10 has a 6 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 50D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 50D has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A10. Canon EOS 50D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A10 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 50D | 100-12800 |
Fujifilm X-A10 | 200-6400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 50D
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A10
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 50D can shoot up to 6,3 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-A10 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 50D | 6,3 |
Fujifilm X-A10 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Fujifilm X-A10. Sadly, the Canon EOS 50D does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 50D weighs 822 gr (equal to 1.81 lb) which is 148% heavier than Fujifilm X-A10 and its 331 gr (or 0.73 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 50D | 822 gr 1.81 lb |
Fujifilm X-A10 | 331 gr 0.73 lb |
Canon EOS 50D vs Fujifilm X-A10 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 50D and Fujifilm X-A10, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Name | Canon EOS 50D | Fujifilm X-A10 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Fujifilm |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Release Year | 2008 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2008-08-26 | 2016-12-01 |
MSRP | 1399 USD | 499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4752 x 3168 pixels | 4896 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 15,1 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | |
Image |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 200 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 49 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | 180-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Frames per second | 6,3 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 13 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes (wired or via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 50D |
Fujifilm X-A10 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion BP-511A rechargeable battery & charger
|
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 410 shots |
Width | 146 mm | 117 mm |
Height | 108 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 74 mm | 40 mm |
Weight | 822 gram | 331 gram |