Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III
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Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 340g - 113 x 64 x 44mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched May 2014
- Replaced the Sony RX100 II
- Replacement is Sony RX100 IV
Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X70 versus Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X70 (APS-C) and RX100 III (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X70 was launched 21 months after the RX100 III which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X70 grades versus the RX100 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X70 Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X70 over the Sony RX100 III
Fujifilm X70 | RX100 III | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | May 2014 | More modern by 21 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Fujifilm X70
RX100 III | Fujifilm X70 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Clearer screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X70 and Sony RX100 III
Fujifilm X70 | RX100 III | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X70 has outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 III has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X70 versus Sony RX100 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X70 against the RX100 III.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X70 and RX100 III is 86 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X70 and RX100 III.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X70 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 III will give you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X70 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X70 vs Sony RX100 III Specifications
Fujifilm X70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-01-15 | 2014-05-15 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600 (5.5m at ISO 100)) | - |
Flash options | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro , Suppressed Flash, Commander | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 gr (0.75 pounds) | 290 gr (0.64 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 495 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 320 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $700 | $748 |