Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony a450
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony a450. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-E1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a450 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-E1 were released 2012 and Sony a450 was released 2010. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-E1 | 2012 |
Sony a450 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-E1 is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a450 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a450 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-E1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a450 | 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-E1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a450 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Sony a450 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Fujifilm X-E1 has a 14 % larger resolution than Sony a450. 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 a450 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E1. Sony a450 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-E1 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-E1 | 200-6400 |
Sony a450 | 200-12800 |
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-E1
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a450
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony a450 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-E1 | 6 |
Sony a450 | 7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-E1. Unfortunately Sony a450 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 a450 weighs 560 gr (equal to 1.23 lb) which is 60% heavier than Fujifilm X-E1 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-E1 | 350 gr 0.77 lb |
Sony a450 | 560 gr 1.23 lb |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony a450 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony a450, 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-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Name | Fujifilm X-E1 | Sony a450 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2012-09-06 | 2010-01-05 |
MSRP | 999 USD | N/A |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
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 Pro | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 200 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 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-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Single Continuous LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | N/A | 9 |
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-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 2.8” | 2.7” |
Screen dots | 460000 | 230400 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Frames per second | 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 | N/A | 12 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-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control |
Optional through RR-80
|
Yes (Wired or wirelss (optional)) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-E1 |
Sony a450 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion NP-FM500H rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 1050 shots |
Width | 129 mm | 137 mm |
Height | 75 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 38 mm | 81 mm |
Weight | 350 gram | 560 gram |