Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
- Introduced September 2018
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T2
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched October 2015
- Superseded the Sony A7S
- Replacement is Sony A7S III

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7S II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and A7S II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T3 was announced 2 years after the A7S II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T3 grades against the A7S II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T3 & Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T3 Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Sony A7S II
Fujifilm X-T3 | A7S II | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | ![]() | October 2015 | Newer by 36 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Fujifilm X-T3
A7S II | Fujifilm X-T3 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7S II
Fujifilm X-T3 | A7S II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T3 enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7S II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 and the A7S II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and A7S II is 71 and 68 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T3 and A7S II.
All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm X-T3 will show greater detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T3 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Fujifilm X-T3 | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T3 | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-09-06 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 539g (1.19 lbs) | 627g (1.38 lbs) |
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 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 | 390 photos | 370 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Retail price | $1,500 | $2,767 |