Fujifilm X-A1 presented: cost-effective entry without X-Trans-Sensor

The Fujifilm X-A1 also comes with 16 megapixel resolution, but with a simpler APS-C-CMOS sensor in the APS-C format with the usual Bayer RGB pattern instead of the Trans-X sensor of the other X models Is provided. The EXR-II image processor is responsible for signal processing.


Price and availability


Fujifilm attests to this sensor / processor combination in the Fujifilm X-A1 a large dynamic range and high sensitivities up to ISO 25,600. The EXR processor II should also be good for short reaction times with 0.5 s on-time, 0.05 s trip delay and serial recording with a maximum of 5.6 B / s.


Specifications


Like the Fujifilm X-M1 (test), the X-A1 comes with fully automatic program selection, automatic program, aperture and time control as well as purely manual time and / or aperture selection. The X-A1 also has double exposures with automatic exposure sequences with variations of brightness, film type, dynamics or ISO values, the five Fujifilm modes Velvia / Provia / Astia / Schwarzweiss / Sepia and eight digital effects Br>

Also in operation with the central exposure dial on the top of the case and the Q button for quick access to functions, the 3-inch LCD monitor with 306.666 RGB pixels and the built-in flash with LZ 7 (ISO200 ), The Fujifilm X-A1 corresponds to the sister model X-M1. The X-A1 does not have an electronic viewfinder or connection option.


A WLAN module for transferring photos to smartphones and tablets with "Fujifilm Camera" app is also missing. Remote control is not (yet) possible. In addition, the Fujifilm X-A1 can be connected to a PC using the "Fujifilm PC Autosave" app for backup of the images.


With a size of 117 x 67 x 39 mm and a weight of 330 g, the Fujifilm X-A1 is as compact as the X-M1. It comes in three color variants, a blue or black variant, and with red artificial leather cover combined with silver-plated caps and controls.


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The Fujifilm X-A1 in the kit with the standard Zoom XC 16-50 mm 600 euros. From November 2013, a second kit with the new Tele-Zoom XC 50-230 mm is offered in addition to the price of 750 euros.


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