Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-T1

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-T1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-A2 were released 2015 and Fujifilm X-T1 was released 2014. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A2 2015
Fujifilm X-T1 2014

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-T1 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 **
Fujifilm X-A2 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-T1 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-A2 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-T1 has 16 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
Fujifilm X-T1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A2 200-6400
Fujifilm X-T1 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 Fujifilm X-A2
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T1

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 Fujifilm X-T1 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A2 5,6
Fujifilm X-T1 8

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 Fujifilm X-T1 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.

Fujifilm X-T1 weighs 440 gr (equal to 0.97 lb) which is 26% heavier than Fujifilm X-A2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A2 350 gr
0.77 lb
Fujifilm X-T1 440 gr
0.97 lb

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-T1, 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
Fujifilm X-T1
Name Fujifilm X-A2 Fujifilm X-T1
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Release Year 2015 2014
Release Date 2015-01-15 2014-01-28
MSRP 549 USD 1299 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 16 MP
Image Processor EXR Processor II EXR Processor II
Image
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
ISO Range 200 - 6400 200 - 6400
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
Fujifilm X-T1
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
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 49 N/A
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Fujifilm X

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 (1.5x)
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
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Articulated LCD Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 920000 1040000
Touch screen No No
Screen type 175-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD TFT LCD (RGBW)
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type No Viewfinder Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Frames per second 5,6 fps 8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 7 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes No
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format H.264
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
Fujifilm X-T1
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
Yes
Built-in (Geotagging / Wireless communication (Image transfer) / View & Obtain Images / Remote camer
Remote Control Yes (Wired or via smartphone) Optional through Yes RR-90
GPS No Yes
Optional via Smartphone
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-T1
Enviromentally sealed No Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
NP-W126
Battery Life (CIPA) 410 shots 350 shots
Width 117 mm 129 mm
Height 67 mm 90 mm
Depth 40 mm 47 mm
Weight 350 gram 440 gram