Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Announced July 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T1
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Released February 2018
- Succeeded the Sony A7 II
- Renewed by Sony A7 IV

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Overview
Here is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Sony A7 III, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-T2 was unveiled 20 months prior to the A7 III which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up vs the A7 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Sony A7 III
Fujifilm X-T2 | A7 III | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Fujifilm X-T2
A7 III | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | July 2016 | Fresher by 20 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony A7 III
Fujifilm X-T2 | A7 III | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T2 offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Sony A7 III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Sony A7 III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the A7 III.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and A7 III is 76 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and A7 III.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T2 has the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The older Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-07-07 | 2018-02-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 507g (1.12 pounds) | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 610 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,600 | $1,998 |