Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Launched August 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Announced March 2014
- Previous Model is Sony A3000
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony a3500, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm X-T1 IR was brought out 17 months after the a3500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades vs the a3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | a3500 | |||
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Announced | August 2015 | March 2014 | Newer by 17 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
a3500 | Fujifilm X-T1 IR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | a3500 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has external dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sony a3500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs the a3500.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and a3500 is 79 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and a3500.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony a3500 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-08-03 | 2014-03-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 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 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440 grams (0.97 lb) | 411 grams (0.91 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,299 | $398 |