Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise 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
- Announced October 2017
- Superseded the Sony A7R II
- Renewed by Sony A7R IV

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7R III, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T20 was manufactured 9 months earlier than the A7R III so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores versus the A7R III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Sony A7R III
Fujifilm X-T20 | A7R III |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm X-T20
A7R III | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Announced | October 2017 | ![]() | January 2017 | Newer by 9 months |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+520k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7R III
Fujifilm X-T20 | A7R III | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T20 enjoys exterior measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and 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).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7R III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and the A7R III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7R III is 83 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7R III.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R III will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7R III Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha A7R III |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2017-10-25 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 42MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7952 x 5304 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 pounds) | 657 grams (1.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3523 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 650 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $900 | $2,800 |