Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony a3500
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T10
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Previous Model is Sony A3000
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On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm X-T20 was brought out 2 years after the a3500 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores vs the a3500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Sony a3500
| Fujifilm X-T20 | a3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2017 |  | March 2014 | Newer by 35 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Fujifilm X-T20
| a3500 | Fujifilm X-T20 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony a3500
| Fujifilm X-T20 | a3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony a3500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the a3500.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and a3500 is 83 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and a3500.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X-T20 to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T20 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2017-01-18 | 2014-03-21 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | BIONZ image |
| 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 | 24MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.47x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 4.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 411g (0.91 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 pictures | 470 pictures |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $900 | $398 |
