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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II

Portability
71
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-T3 front
 
Sony Alpha A7 II front
Portability
69
Imaging
71
Features
84
Overall
76

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Announced September 2018
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T2
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T4
Sony A7 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Introduced November 2014
  • Replaced the Sony A7
  • Renewed by Sony A7 III
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T3 was released 3 years later than the A7 II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T3 scores against the A7 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Sony A7 II

 Fujifilm X-T3 A7 II 
IntroducedSeptember 2018November 2014Fresher by 47 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Fujifilm X-T3

 A7 II Fujifilm X-T3 
Display resolution1230k1040kClearer display (+190k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7 II

 Fujifilm X-T3 A7 II 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T3 enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") having a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 against the A7 II.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T3 and A7 II is 71 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T3 and A7 II.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T3 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm X-T3 will give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Portrait photography with Sony A7 II
82
has manual focus
sensor resolution is high (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
82
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 as a Street photography camera
Sony A7 II as a Street photography camera
75
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
has focus via touch
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
80
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
above average ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 as a Sports photography camera
Sony A7 II as a Sports photography camera
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (20.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution is high (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
74
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
bad battery pack (350 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 as a Travel photography camera
Sony A7 II as a Travel photography camera
74
environment proofing
has bluetooth
has focus via touch
sensor resolution is high (26MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
61
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7 II as a Landscape photography camera
80
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3")
sensor resolution is high (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
80
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
bad battery pack (350 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging features
Sony A7 II Vlogging features
34
touchscreen functionality
features face detection focus
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone support
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
36
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes microphone socket
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7 II
 Fujifilm X-T3Sony Alpha A7 II
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-T3 Sony Alpha A7 II
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2018-09-06 2014-11-20
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor 4 Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 51200
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 425 117
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.71x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone port
Headphone port
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 539 gr (1.19 lb) 599 gr (1.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 90
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.6
DXO Low light score not tested 2449
Other
Battery life 390 photographs 350 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 2 One
Launch price $1,500 $1,456