Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7S III
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7S III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Announced January 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Revealed July 2020
- Old Model is Sony A7S II
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Sony A7S III, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and A7S III (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X-T20 was manufactured 4 years before the A7S III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores against the A7S III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony Alpha A7S III. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Sony A7S III
| Fujifilm X-T20 | A7S III |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A7S III over the Fujifilm X-T20
| A7S III | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2020 |  | January 2017 | More modern by 42 months |
| Screen type | Fully articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1440k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+520k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony A7S III
| Fujifilm X-T20 | A7S III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7S III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S III has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Sony A7S III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the A7S III.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7S III is 83 and 61 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7S III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and A7S III.
As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will produce extra detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T20 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony A7S III Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha A7S III | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha A7S III |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2017-01-18 | 2020-07-21 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | Bionz XR |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 759 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 1,440k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 9,440k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.91x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 699g (1.54 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2993 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 images | 600 images |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
| Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
| Storage slots | One | Two |
| Retail cost | $900 | $3,499 |
