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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
77
Features
93
Overall
83

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Launched July 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T1
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-T3
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Launched October 2017
  • Superseded the Sony A7R II
  • Newer Model is Sony A7R IV
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was announced 15 months prior to the A7R III which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up versus the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-T2 A7R III 
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm X-T2

 A7R III Fujifilm X-T2 
LaunchedOctober 2017July 2016More modern by 15 months
Screen resolution1440k1040kSharper screen (+400k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm X-T2 A7R III 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T2 provides physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus the A7R III.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and A7R III is 76 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T2 and A7R III.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T2 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will render greater detail with its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography information
Sony A7R III Portrait photography information
80
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
86
manual focus
MP count great (42MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography features
Sony A7R III Street photography features
75
has a tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
no image stabilization
79
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
boasts touch focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Sports photography details
Sony A7R III Sports photography details
72
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
supports phase detect AF
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (340 CIPA)
88
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (42 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
great battery life (650 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Travel photography with Sony A7R III
63
environment proof
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (340 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
73
great battery life (650 per charge)
environment proof
has bluetooth
boasts touch focus
MP count great (42MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography advice
Sony A7R III Landscape photography advice
75
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2")
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
supports RAW formats
environment proof
2 card slots
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (340 per charge)
87
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (42 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti-alias filter
above average high ISO (32,000)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
great battery life (650 CIPA)
two card slots
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T2
Vlogging with Sony A7R III
33
supports face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with microphone support
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
36
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic socket
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony A7R III
 Fujifilm X-T2Sony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-T2 Sony Alpha A7R III
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2016-07-07 2017-10-25
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor Pro2 Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 42MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 7952 x 5304
Highest native ISO 12800 32000
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 325 425
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3.2" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 3,686 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 14.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 507 grams (1.12 pounds) 657 grams (1.45 pounds)
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 Overall rating not tested 100
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 340 images 650 images
Battery type 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
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots Two Two
Pricing at release $1,600 $2,800