Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-A1

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-A1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-A5 were released 2018 and Fujifilm X-A1 was released 2013. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A5 2018
Fujifilm X-A1 2013

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A5 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-A1 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-A5 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-A1 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

Fujifilm X-A5 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-A1 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-A5 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Fujifilm X-A1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264

Fujifilm X-A5 has a 50 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-A1. 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

Fujifilm X-A5 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A1. Fujifilm X-A5 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A1 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A5 200-12800
Fujifilm X-A1 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-A5
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A1

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A5 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-A1 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A5 6
Fujifilm X-A1 5,6

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-A1 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-A5 weighs 361 gr (equal to 0.8 lb) which is 9% heavier than Fujifilm X-A1 and its 330 gr (or 0.73 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A5 361 gr
0.8 lb
Fujifilm X-A1 330 gr
0.73 lb

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-A1, 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-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Name Fujifilm X-A5 Fujifilm X-A1
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Release Year 2018 2013
Release Date 2018-01-31 2013-09-17
MSRP 599 USD 599 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
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 6000 x 4000 pixels 4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 16 MP
Image Processor EXR Processor II
Image
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
ISO Range 200 - 12800 200 - 6400
White Balance Presets 7 7
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-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
Focus Points 91 49
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-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Articulated LCD Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 920000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type No Viewfinder No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage
Viewfinder Magnification
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Frames per second 6 fps 5,6 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 6 meters 7 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE)
Yes
Built-in (Geotagging setup, Image transfer (Individual image / Selected multiple images), View & Obt
Remote Control Yes (Wired or via smartphone) Optional through RR-90 (sold separately)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A1
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
NP-W126 battery and BC-W126 charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 450 shots 350 shots
Width 117 mm 117 mm
Height 68 mm 67 mm
Depth 40 mm 39 mm
Weight 361 gram 330 gram