Fujifilm X-M1 vs X-A2: full comparison
The X-M1 and X-A2 are closely matched — the right pick comes down to what you shoot.
Also searched as XM1 vs XA2, and in the other order as XA2 vs XM1.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-A2 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-M and the X-A. The X-A2 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2015. At launch the X-M1 was 699 USD and the X-A2 549 USD, making the X-A2 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-M1 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you a lighter 330g body.
The X-A2 isn't far behind. It hits back with 410-shot battery life.
So which one? If you want a lighter 330g body, get the X-M1. If 410-shot battery life is closer to what you actually need, the X-A2 is the smarter buy. And the X-A2 costs less — 549 USD at launch.
Where the X-M1 wins
- +a lighter 330g body
Where the X-A2 wins
- +410-shot battery life
Who should buy the X-M1 or X-A2?
Buy the X-M1 if…
Pick the X-M1 if a lighter 330g body matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-M handling. Read the full X-M1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-A2 if…
Pick the X-A2 if 410-shot battery life matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 549 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-A handling. Read the full X-A2 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-M1 vs X-A2: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-M1 review and X-A2 review.
X-M1 vs X-A2: full specs
| Spec |  X-M12013 · $699 |  X-A22015 · $549 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2013 | 2015 |
| Launch price | 699 USD | 549 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans I | Bayer |
| Processor | EXR Processor II | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 30p | 1080p 30p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD | 3" tilt | 3" flip |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 330g | 350g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-W126 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 410 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-M1 review and the Fujifilm X-A2 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.