Fujifilm X-H2 vs Sony NEX-6

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-H2 and Sony NEX-6, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H2 (40MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-H2 was released 9 years after the NEX-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-H2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-H2 matches up against the NEX-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-H2 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-H2 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-H2 features exterior measurements of 136mm x 93mm x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-H2 and Sony NEX-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-H2 against the NEX-6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H2 and NEX-6 is 62 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H2 and NEX-6.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-H2 to show more detail as a result of its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-H2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.