Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7 II

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7 II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was released 2 years later than the A7 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores vs the A7 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 has got physical measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the A7 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7 II is 83 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7 II.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 features the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.