Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II
Portability
76 Imaging
67 Features
79 Overall
71
76 Imaging
67 Features
79 Overall
71
Portability
62 Imaging
75 Features
93 Overall
82
62 Imaging
75 Features
93 Overall
82
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Released July 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T3
Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Announced October 2019
- Previous Model is Sony A9
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The following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.
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Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores vs the A9 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Sony A9 II
| Fujifilm X-T2 | A9 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Fujifilm X-T2
| A9 II | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | October 2019 |  | July 2016 | Newer by 39 months |
| Display resolution | 1440k |  | 1040k | Sharper display (+400k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony A9 II
| Fujifilm X-T2 | A9 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 comes with outside measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 compared to the A9 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and A9 II is 76 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and A9 II.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Portrait photography with Sony A9 II
manual focus
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
supports RAW formats
manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detect focus
delivers RAW files
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Street photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Street photography with Sony A9 II
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
includes touch focus
environment proof
very good high ISO (51,200)
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Fujifilm X-T2 Sports photography features
Sony A9 II Sports photography features
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proof
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
low battery pack (340 per charge)
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
high max fps (20.0 fps)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment proof
better than average battery life (690 per charge)
has phase detect auto focus
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Fujifilm X-T2 as a Travel photography camera
Sony A9 II as a Travel photography camera
weather proof
good MP (24 megapixels)
low battery pack (340 CIPA)
does not feature selfie friendly display
better than average battery life (690 per charge)
environment proof
has bluetooth
includes touch focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography advice
Sony A9 II Landscape photography advice
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
weather proof
has double storage slots
does not have image stabilization
low battery pack (340 shots)
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
very good high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
better than average battery life (690 per charge)
has double storage slots
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Fujifilm X-T2 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A9 II as a Vlogging camera
offers face detection focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic port
does not feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
Photography Glossary
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Released | 2016-07-07 | 2019-10-03 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 325 | 693 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 3,686 thousand dot |
| 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 quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 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 / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 507g (1.12 pounds) | 678g (1.49 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
| 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 | 340 photos | 690 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
| Storage slots | Two | Two |
| Cost at release | $1,600 | $4,498 |