Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Revealed July 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Launched April 2014
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-6
- Refreshed by Sony A6300

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the A6000 (24MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-T2 was launched 2 years later than the A6000 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up vs the A6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony Alpha a6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Sony A6000
Fujifilm X-T2 | A6000 | |||
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Launched | July 2016 | ![]() | April 2014 | More recent by 27 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Fujifilm X-T2
A6000 | Fujifilm X-T2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Sony A6000
Fujifilm X-T2 | A6000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T2 offers outer measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Sony A6000 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 against the A6000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and A6000 is 76 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and A6000.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm X-T2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sony A6000 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-T2 | Sony Alpha a6000 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-07-07 | 2014-04-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 507g (1.12 lbs) | 344g (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | 360 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Launch pricing | $1,600 | $548 |