Fujifilm X-A2 vs Canon EOS Kiss X8i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A2 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-A2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS Kiss X8i is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2015.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm X-A2 | 2015 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 2015 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-A2 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Kiss X8i is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has a "Canon 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 ** |
| Fujifilm X-A2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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
Fujifilm X-A2 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm X-A2 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i has a 50 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-A2. 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 Kiss X8i has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A2. Canon EOS Kiss X8i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A2 has 200 to 6400.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm X-A2 | 200-6400 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 100-12800 |
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 Fujifilm X-A2
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X8i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A2 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X8i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm X-A2 | 5,6 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-A2 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i can shoot movies.
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 Kiss X8i weighs 555 gr (equal to 1.22 lb) which is 59% heavier than Fujifilm X-A2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm X-A2 | 350 gr 0.77 lb |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 555 gr 1.22 lb |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Canon EOS Kiss X8i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A2 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i, 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 |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Name | Fujifilm X-A2 | Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Release Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-15 | 2015-02-06 |
| MSRP | 549 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Megapixels | 16 MP | 24 MP |
| Image Processor | EXR Processor II | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 12800 |
| White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 49 | 19 |
| Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 920000 | 1040000 |
| Touch screen | No | Yes |
| Screen type | 175-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Frames per second | 5,6 fps | 5 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | 12 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | No | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | No | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
| Remote Control | Yes (Wired or via smartphone) | Yes (wired or via smartphone) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
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LP-E17 lithium-ion battery and charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 440 shots |
| Width | 117 mm | 132 mm |
| Height | 67 mm | 101 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 78 mm |
| Weight | 350 gram | 555 gram |