Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Sony a7S II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Sony a7S II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7S II is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro were released 2007 and Sony a7S II was released 2015. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | 2007 |
| Sony a7S II | 2015 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro is a DSLR camera while Sony a7S II is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7S II has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
| Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
| Sony a7S II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7S II has 12 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
6 MP
12121088 pixels 4256 x 2848 |
| Sony a7S II |
12 MP
12007680 pixels 4240 x 2832 |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a 1 % larger resolution than Sony a7S II. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony a7S II has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. Sony a7S II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 100 to 3200.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | 100-3200 |
| Sony a7S II | 100-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7S II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Sony a7S II can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | 3 |
| Sony a7S II | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Sony a7S II. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 47% heavier than Sony a7S II and its 627 gr (or 1.38 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
| Sony a7S II | 627 gr 1.38 lb |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Sony a7S II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Sony a7S II, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Name | Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | Sony a7S II |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Release Year | 2007 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2007-07-13 | 2015-09-11 |
| MSRP | N/A | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
| Resolution | 4256 x 2848 pixels | 4240 x 2832 pixels |
| Megapixels | 6 MP | 12 MP |
| Image Processor | Bionz X | |
Image |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 102400 |
| White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5 axis)) |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | N/A | 169 |
| Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Articulated LCD | N/A | Tilting |
| Screen size | 2.5” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 230000 | 1228800 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | N/A | TFT-LCD |
| Live view | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) | 0.78x |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Frames per second | 3 fps | 5 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
| Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | No | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
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| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Video recording | No | Yes |
| Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 XAVC-S AVCHD |
| Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| HDMI Output | No | Yes |
| Microphone Port | No | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | Yes |
| Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
| Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (wired or smartphone) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro |
Sony a7S II |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details | Lithium-Ion Battery |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 370 shots |
| Width | 147 mm | 127 mm |
| Height | 113 mm | 96 mm |
| Depth | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Weight | 920 gram | 627 gram |