Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Launched November 2013
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Superseded the Sony NEX-6
- Successor is Sony A6300

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony A6000, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 4 months before the A6000 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores vs the A6000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony Alpha a6000. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Sony A6000
Fujifilm X-A1 | A6000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Fujifilm X-A1
A6000 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony A6000
Fujifilm X-A1 | A6000 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | April 2014 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 features outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony A6000 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony A6000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the A6000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and A6000 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and A6000.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A6000 to result in more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony A6000 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Sony Alpha a6000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2014-04-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 344g (0.76 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 360 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $329 | $548 |