Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a33
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony a33. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-A2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a33 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-A2 were released 2015 and Sony a33 was released 2010. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-A2 | 2015 |
Sony a33 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a33 has a "Sony APS-C"-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 X-A2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a33 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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 X-A2 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a33 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Sony a33 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Fujifilm X-A2 has a 14 % larger resolution than Sony a33. 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 a33 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A2. Sony a33 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A2 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-A2 | 200-6400 |
Sony a33 | 100-12800 |
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 X-A2
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a33
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A2 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds and Sony a33 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-A2 | 5,6 |
Sony a33 | 7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony a33 can shoot movies.
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.
Sony a33 weighs 500 gr (equal to 1.1 lb) which is 43% heavier than Fujifilm X-A2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-A2 | 350 gr 0.77 lb |
Sony a33 | 500 gr 1.1 lb |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony a33 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony a33, 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 X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Name | Fujifilm X-A2 | Sony a33 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Release Year | 2015 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2015-01-15 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 549 USD | 949 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 4592 x 3056 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 14 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 49 | 15 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A 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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | 175-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Frames per second | 5,6 fps | 7 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | 10 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired or via smartphone) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A2 |
Sony a33 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 270 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 40 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 350 gram | 500 gram |