Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm X-A2→Fujifilm X-A5

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

X-A2

£105 used

2015

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

X-A5

£153 used (+£48)

2018

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the X-A2. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the X-A5

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	X-A2	X-A5
Price	£105 used	£153 used
Released	2015	2018	↑
Sensor	16.3MP APS-C CMOS	24.2MP APS-C CMOS
Resolution	16MP	24MP	↑
Video	Full HD 1080p/30	4K/15p, 1080p/60
Autofocus	Contrast-detect AF, 49 areas	Hybrid AF (contrast + phase detection), 91 areas, face and eye detection
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	5.6fps	6fps	↑
Battery Life	~410 shots (CIPA)	~450 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	350g (with battery)	361g (with battery)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	None (rear screen only)	None (rear screen only)
Screen	3.0" tilting LCD, 920k dots	3.0" tilting touch LCD, 1.04M dots
Mount	Fujifilm X-mount	Fujifilm X-mount
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Single SD slot

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