Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Announced April 2014
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T2
(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
- Succeeded the Sony A3000

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony a3500, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-T1 was unveiled very close to the a3500 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up vs the a3500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 & Sony Alpha a3500. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-T1 | a3500 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Fujifilm X-T1
a3500 | Fujifilm X-T1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-T1 | a3500 | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | ![]() | March 2014 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T1 and Sony a3500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the a3500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and a3500 is 79 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and a3500.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony a3500 to resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively.

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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-04-14 | 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 measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD (RGBW) | 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 | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO100) | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 440g (0.97 lb) | 411g (0.91 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | $398 |