Fujifilm X-A2 vs X70: full comparison
The X70 leads on more headline specs, but the X-A2 counters on 410-shot battery life.
Also searched as XA2 vs X70, and in the other order as X70 vs XA2.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X70 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-A and the X70. The X70 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2016. At launch the X-A2 was 549 USD and the X70 699 USD, making the X-A2 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-A2 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 410-shot battery life.
The X70 isn't far behind. It hits back with 8 fps continuous shooting, 1080p/60p video, and a lighter 340g body.
So which one? If you want 410-shot battery life, get the X-A2. If 8 fps continuous shooting is closer to what you actually need, the X70 is the smarter buy. And the X-A2 costs less — 549 USD at launch.
Where the X-A2 wins
- +410-shot battery life
Where the X70 wins
- +8 fps continuous shooting
- +1080p/60p video
- +a lighter 340g body
Who should buy the X-A2 or X70?
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.
Buy the X70 if…
Pick the X70 if 8 fps continuous shooting, 1080p/60p video matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X70 handling. Read the full X70 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-A2 vs X70: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-A2 review and X70 review.
X-A2 vs X70: full specs
| Spec |  X-A22015 · $549 |  X702016 · $699 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Launch price | 549 USD | 699 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | Bayer | X-Trans II |
| 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 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 30p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD | 3" flip | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 350g | 340g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-95 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 330 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-A2 review and the Fujifilm X70 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.