Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
- Announced January 2021
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Launched October 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A6300

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony A6500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and the A6500 (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E4 was manufactured 4 years later than the A6500 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores versus the A6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony Alpha a6500. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E4 Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Sony A6500
Fujifilm X-E4 | A6500 | |||
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Launched | January 2021 | ![]() | October 2016 | Fresher by 53 months |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper screen (+698k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Fujifilm X-E4
A6500 | Fujifilm X-E4 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony A6500
Fujifilm X-E4 | A6500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E4 provides outside measurements of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") and a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Sony A6500 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony A6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 vs the A6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E4 and A6500 is 86 and 81 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E4 and A6500.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X-E4 to render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E4 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A6500 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E4 | Sony Alpha a6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-E4 | Sony Alpha a6500 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-01-27 | 2016-10-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 58 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 364g (0.80 lbs) | 453g (1.00 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1405 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 350 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $849 | $1,298 |