Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Fujifilm X-A7 — Which Is Better?
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Canon · Mirrorless · 33 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Canon EOS M6 Mark II
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Fujifilm X-A7
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS M6 Mark II and the Fujifilm X-A7 are both 2019 mirrorless cameras with APS-C CMOS sensors. The mount decides the system: the Canon takes EF-M lenses and the Fujifilm takes X-mount lenses, so each body locks you into a different native range. The X-A7 is the smaller and lighter carry at 320 g against 408 g, and 119 x 68 x 41 mm against 120 x 70 x 49 mm. Both were announced within weeks of each other in 2019, so neither holds an age advantage. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2019 | 2019 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
August 28, 2019 | September 12, 2019 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 120 x 70 x 49 mm | 119 x 68 x 41 mm |
| Camera weight | 408 g | 320 g |
| Optics | 62/100 | 63/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe M6 Mark II is the stronger choice for heavy cropping and large prints, with 33 MP against the X-A7's 24 MP. It also suits fast action better at up to 14 fps against 8 fps, helping when a subject moves quickly across the frame. Only the Canon offers eye-level shooting through its electronic viewfinder with 2,360,000 dots. The X-A7 has no viewfinder, but it counters with 425 autofocus points against the Canon's 143. Neither body has in-body stabilisation. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
33 MP050 | 24 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
6960 x 4640 | 6000 x 4000 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
14.9 x 22.3 | 15.7 x 23.5 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
14 fps045 | 8 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Digic 8 | Unspecified |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 |  16:9 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
256003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 5030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
512003003280000 | 2048003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
1430300 | 4250300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | N/A |
| Video | 91/100 | 83/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow-motion editing favours the M6 Mark II, which records at up to 120 fps against 60 fps on the X-A7. Slowing a dance routine or a bird taking flight needs those extra frames, and only the Canon delivers them. Their maximum video resolution matches at 4K, and both record in MPEG-4, so full-detail footage is available from either. The X-A7 additionally supports MOV files for QuickTime-based editing workflows, and both cameras offer a built-in timelapse mode. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
120 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 70/100 | 74/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-A7 is the better camera for screen-led shooting and vlogging, because its rear LCD is larger at 3.5 inches against 3, and sharper at 2,760,000 dots against 1,040,000. Framing a self-shot video or reviewing fine detail is easier on that display, and both screens are touch-enabled and flip out. Both cameras offer Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless transfer and pairing, include a built-in flash, and support external flash units. Neither offers GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 27600001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 35/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe M6 Mark II writes to its card faster after a burst, because its SD slot supports UHS-II against UHS-I on the X-A7. After a 14 fps sequence, that faster card interface gets you back to shooting sooner. Both use a single SD slot, so neither offers a backup card. Canon's LP-E17 battery is rated for 305 shots, ahead of 270 shots for Fujifilm's NP-W126S, under their test conditions. Both cameras charge over USB, so topping up from a power bank works on either. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | LP-E17 | NP-W126S |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
305 shots1505000 | 270 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Canon EOS M6 Mark II if you photograph moving subjects or print large. Its 14 fps burst, 33 MP sensor and eye-level electronic viewfinder make it the stronger pick for sports, wildlife and heavy cropping.
Choose the Fujifilm X-A7 if you favour a lighter travel camera and compose on the screen. Its larger, sharper 3.5-inch display suits vlogging and tripod work, and the X mount gives you a native lens system of its own.